Activity Aide

The Waters; Lake Farm Estates (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waters is hiring an Activity Aide Assistant in Tennessee to support the Activity Director by carrying out planned programs for residents. The role includes assisting with equipment, transporting residents, and performing clerical tasks in accordance with regulations and company policies.

The ideal candidate should be energetic, personable, and able to motivate participants to join activities such as arts, crafts, outdoor events, and exercise. CNA certification is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the activity director in carrying out planned activity programs.
• Maintain records and transport residents to activities.
• Support safety and proper use of equipment during activities.
• Help lead residents in group activities (exercise, crafts, etc.).
• Assist in planning programs to promote socialization, relaxation and exercise.

Job description

Now Hiring: Activity Aide Assistant, must be able to work 8 hour shifts and every other weekend.

Full Time Position Available

The Activity Aide assists the Activity Director in carrying out a planned activity program for residents. Maintains records, transports residents to and from activities. Performs varied clerical and department maintenance functions. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

*CNA preferred but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Aides assist the recreational activities leader or activities director, helping patients or participants use equipment and supplies. Activities may include arts and crafts, outdoor activities, sports, music or drama.
• Prepares equipment and ensures the safety of patients or participants in the activity.
• Assist in leading the participants in group activities, such as an exercise class or art project.
• Proper record keeping of equipment and its use.
• Assist in planning programs for residents, which can help to provide socialization, relaxation and exercise.

Activity aides should be energetic and personable to work with residents or participants. The aide should have the ability to motivate others to participate in activities. The worker should also be sensitive to the needs of each individual patient or participant

This Facility provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, This company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.