Activity Aide

Topaz Fiscal Services LLC; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive team

Meaningful impact

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Huntingdon Park Nursing Home is seeking a compassionate and energetic Activity Aide to join our team full-time. You will plan and lead recreational activities for residents and help create engaging daily experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED (preferred), strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This role offers a supportive environment, opportunities to make a meaningful impact in residents'

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Healthcare/long-term care experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead recreational activities for residents.
• Encourage participation and engagement in programs and events.
• Support group activities, crafts, music, and special events.
• Decorate and prepare for holidays and facility events.
• Escort and support residents during activities.
• Maintain activity supplies and keep areas organized.
• Document resident participation when required.
• Promote a positive, resident-centered environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Teamwork

Patient

Independence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Huntingdon Park Nursing Home is seeking a compassionate and energetic Activity Aide to join our team full-time. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with seniors and is passionate about creating meaningful, engaging daily experiences for residents.

Schedule

• Part Time (Every other weekend)
• Mostly day-time hours, may be asked to do an evening activity periodically

Responsibilities of Activity Aide

• Assist in planning, organizing, and leading recreational and social activities for residents
• Encourage resident participation and engagement in programs and events
• Support group activities, games, crafts, music, and special events
• Assist with decorating and preparing for holidays and facility events
• Escort and support residents as needed during activities
• Maintain activity supplies and ensure areas are organized
• Document resident participation when required
• Promote a positive, friendly, and resident-centered environment

Qualifications for Activity Aide

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous experience in a healthcare, long-term care preferred, or activity's role is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable engaging with elderly residents in group and one-on-one settings

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in residents' daily lives
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off