Activity Aide

Forest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Catonsville (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Forest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an Activity Aide to organize and support activities that enhance cognitive, social, and physical engagement for residents. You will help plan, develop, and implement programming that brings joy and fulfillment to our senior population.

The role partners with the Activity Director to execute daily activities, transport materials, and facilitate both individual and group sessions.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; college credits preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and proof of liability insurance required.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Arts and crafts aptitude preferred and some training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for patients and residents.
• Assist with transporting, setting up for activities in and out of the facility; order and pick up materials as needed.
• Conduct one-on-one activity therapy for sensory stimulation and group activities.

Skills

Arts & crafts aptitude

Reliable transportation

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College credits preferred

Job description

The Activity Aide brings joy and fulfillment to active seniors through creativity and engagement. A critical role in a vibrant senior environment, our Activity Aide gets to organize activities that enhance cognitive, social, and physical needs.

USD $16.00 - USD $18.50 /Hr.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

The Activity Aide will work side by side with the Activity Director assisting with the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for our patients and residents including

• Assist with the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for our patients and residents.
• Assist with transporting, communicating, and setting up for activities in and out of the facility on a regular basis; as well as order and pick up the materials for the activities (as needed).
• Conduct one-on-one activity therapy to offer sensory stimulation and group activities to ensure patients and residents make personal progress.
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required; college credits are preferred
• Preferred aptitude for, and some training in, arts and crafts
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and provide proof of liability insurance required
• Must have reliable transportation

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off Plan
• New Pet Insurance Discount available
• DailyPay option available! - Get your pay, when you need it.
• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
• Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available - payroll deduction!
• In-facility education programs and more!

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets