Activity Aide

The Waters; Madison (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waters of Clifty Falls in Madison, IN is seeking an Activity Aide to support the Activity Director in delivering a planned activity program for residents and to transport them to activities.

Requirements include a high school diploma, flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays, and health assessments as required. CNA preferred but not required; the ideal candidate is energetic, personable, and able to motivate residents to participate in activities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Must meet health assessment requirements, including Mantoux skin tests and one-step annually thereafter

Responsibilities

• Assist the Activity Director in carrying out the planned activity program for residents.
• Transport residents to and from activities.
• Maintain records and perform clerical/maintenance functions.
• Assist in planning programs to provide socialization, relaxation and exercise.
• Assist in leading group activities (arts and crafts, outdoor activities, etc.).

Skills

Energetic and personable

Motivates others

Education

High school diploma

Job description

NOW HIRING ACTIVITY AIDES - COME JOIN OUR TEAM at The Waters of Clifty Falls located in Madison, IN!!!

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.

Activity Aide 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 Aide Education/Experience:

• Must possess a high school diploma
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Must meet health assessment requirements, including two stage Mantoux skin tests and one-step annually thereafter

Additional Skills

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