Activity Aide

Kadima Healthcare; New Wilmington (Lawrence County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

401K

Job summary

Kadima Healthcare in New Wilmington is seeking an Activity Aide to create and run engaging recreational activities for residents. You will assist in planning, conducting, and participating in group and one-on-one programs, tailoring programs to residents' abilities and interests while maintaining a safe environment.

The role emphasizes motivating participation, preparing weekly activities, and coordinating supplies and space.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Long-term care experience is desirable.
• Artistic background or prior instruction from a certified activity consultant.

Responsibilities

• Provides recreational activities for residents and assists in planning, conducting and participating in activity programs.
• Motivates residents to participate and helps them engage with community events.
• Prepares for activity programs, ensures supplies and room setup, and documents participation.
• Transports residents to activities and assists with craft projects and decorations.
• Maintains safety and proper chart documentation for resident participation and evaluation.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Artistic background

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Looking for a new opportunity? Kadima at New Wilmington is looking for compassionate, caring individuals that want to be a part of our strong dedicated team! The only way to do a lot of work is to make it fun! Fantastic Co-Workers!!

Job Description

The Activity Aide primary purpose is to provide recreational activities for residents. The Activity Aide will assist in planning, conducting, and participating in resident group activity programs and one-on-one activities. Presents programs according to physical and cognitive ability and interests. The Activities Aide ensures a safe environment for the residents at all times.

Job Responsibilities

• Helps resident maintain their highest level of functioning by presenting appropriate activity programs.
• Motivate resident to take an interest in their life and community by investigating alternative methods of activities.
• Prepare Recreational therapy (dementia group) as assigned on a weekly basis.
• Delivers mail, flowers and other items to residents in timely manner.
• Reads mail to residents upon request.
• Prepares for activity program(s) ensures supplies are available and room is ready.
• Encourages residents to participate.
• Announced activity 30 minutes prior to start of activity.
• Assist in transporting residents to activity program.
• Conducts resident shopping as requested.
• Accompanies residents outside facility to participate in community events.
• Assist resident in craft projects and activity.
• Creates decorations, setting up necessary equipment, and awarding prizes.
• Supervise activities as necessary.
• Safety and care of resident during activities.
• Proper chart documentation or resident participation and evaluation.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous long-term care experience is desirable.
• Artistic background or previous instruction from a certified activity consultant.

Shifts

• 8:30am - 4:30pm
• 12:00pm - 4:30pm
• 1:00pm - 9:00pm
• 5:00pm - 9:00pm
• Other flexible shifts available.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• Plus many supplemental Insurances available
• 401K

Daily, Weekly & Bi-Weekly pay available

We're not just a workplace; we're a community driven by excellence. We take immense pride in what sets us apart - our exceptional leadership, a warm and friendly work environment, and a reputation that we've worked hard to earn. If you're ready for a rewarding career experience, your journey begins here!

All inquiries will be held confidential

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.