Activity Aide

Arcadia Care; Dwight (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an enthusiastic Activity Aide to enhance residents' lives through engaging recreational programs. This role involves planning, organizing, and evaluating activities that cater to the social, emotional, and physical needs of residents. Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals in long-term care. With a supportive environment and numerous benefits, including health insurance and paid time off, this position is perfect for those who are patient and passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Daily Pay

Paid Vacations

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Appreciation Events

Discounts at major retailers

Virtual Doctor Visits

Qualifications

• Experience in Long Term Care Activities Department preferred.
• Must engage with residents at their current maturity level.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing daily activity programs.
• Oversee residents’ engagement in activities for their well-being.

Skills

Patience

Tact

Enthusiasm

Job description

Activity Aide

Job Summary:

The primary purpose of the Activity Aide is to assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreational, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual programs, in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan.

Essential Duties:

1. Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and charting daily activity programs and quality assurance for the Activities Department.
2. Assist in preparing and cleaning up activity rooms/areas for scheduled activity programs.
3. Oversee residents’ engagement in scheduled and unscheduled activities to promote their physical, social, and mental well-being.

Benefits Offered:

• Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more
• $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance – at no cost to you
• Daily Pay - access your wages when you want
• Paid Vacations - rolls over each year
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Appreciation Events (Daily, Weekly, Monthly)
• Birthday and Anniversary Celebrations
• Full-time, Part-time, PRN positions available
• Free Employee Assistance Programs for support on family, financial, health, legal issues, and more
• Discounts at major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you
• Virtual visits with doctors 24/7 without additional accounts or appointments
• Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers
• Time Off to Vote

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Long Term Care Activities Department preferred.

Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm, and be willing to engage with residents at their current maturity level.