Activity Aide

Eden Senior Care, LLC; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Edenbrook Sheboygan, part of the Eden Senior Care Network, is seeking an Activity Aide to join our wonderful facility. The role involves organizing and participating in activity programming, including one-to-one interventions and group activities, with documentation in the medical record.

Ideal candidates will have a passion for helping people, strong communication, and the ability to work well with residents and staff.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Passion for people

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & non-verbal communication

Problem-solving

Calm under stress

Organizational skills

Creativity & imagination

Arts & crafts experience (preferred)

Job description

Eden Senior Care, founded in 2016, is a growing Healthcare Management company, focused on managing and operating Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living communities in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana and Alabama. Our mission with each community is to support their success by providing strong leadership, corporate support, and the resources and tools to realize their goals. Edenbrook Platteville promotes and encourages the success of each of its employees and values the individual experience of its guests and their families.

Edenbrook Sheboygan, part of the Eden Senior Care Network and a skilled nursing facility, is seeking an Activity Aide to join our wonderful facility!

• Position: Full-time and Part-Time Activity Assistant
• Full time will be 5 days a week including every other Saturday rotation
• Part time will be 2-3 days a week including every other Saturday rotation
• Hours: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm or 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
• Pay: $17 to $19

Activity Assistant 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