Activity Aide

Eden Senior Care; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Vista Senior Living Management in Oshkosh, WI, is seeking a Part-Time Activity Aide to support residents with engaging daily programs. This role runs 24–30 hours per week, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, with occasional nights for events.

Ideal candidates have healthcare experience; Activity Aide/Assistant experience is a plus. You will document participation and help plan activities to promote joy, independence, and wellness for residents.

Qualifications

• Healthcare experience
• Activity Aide/Assistant experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing activities to meet the physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and emotional needs of residents
• Create environments where moments of joy, independence, and wellness are the focus each day
• Help design programs to encourage socialization
• Provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment and improve daily living skills
• Prepare and maintain reports on resident’s progress
• Ensure activity areas are safe and well maintained
• Generate enthusiasm to encourage and motivate participation

Job description

Vista Senior Living Management is the dedicated senior living division of our organization, focused exclusively on the operation and growth of senior living communities. With more than 30 communities across multiple states, we specialize in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living. Our mission is to provide outstanding care rooted in compassion, humility, accountability, and a genuine commitment to the well-being of our residents. We strive to create communities where residents receive personalized support, families have confidence in their care, and team members are empowered to succeed.

Eden Vista Oshkosh is a proud member of the Vista Senior Living Management network where compassionate care meets exceptional living. With more than 30 communities across multiple states, Vista Senior Living specializes in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living. Our dedicated team ensures a nurturing environment where seniors thrive and find joy in every moment.

Position: Part-Time Activity Aide

• 24-30 hours / week
• 8 AM to 4:00 PM, occasional nights for events
• Mainly weekdays with potentially weekends. Rotating Holidays
• $16-$18/hour

Qualifications:

• Healthcare experience
• Activity Aide/Assistant experience is a plus

The Activity Aide organizes and participates in person-specific activity programming, including one-to-one interventions, small-group facilitation, and large-group presentations. Capable of documenting individual participation and the value of approaches in the medical record.

Job functions will include:

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing activities to meet the physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and emotional needs of our residents
• Create environments where moments of joy, independence, and wellness are the focus each and every day
• Help design programs to encourage socialization
• Provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment and improve daily living skills
• Prepare and maintain reports on resident’s progress
• Ensure activity areas are safe and well maintained
• Generate enthusiasm to encourage and motivate participation

Ideal candidates will have:

• A passion for working with people
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain cooperative working relationships
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal
• Problem-solving skills
• The ability to remain calm and adapt to changing situations
• Ability to work under stress while remaining caring and kind
• Ability to understand and work in a variety of situations in a positive and constructive manner
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set and meet deadlines
• Ability to be imaginative, creative, and innovative
• Musical/ arts & crafts experience preferred