Activity Aide

Waters of Smyrna; Smyrna, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters of Smyrna is seeking an Activity Aide Assistant to support the activity director in delivering a planned program for residents. The role requires full-time availability with 8-hour shifts and alternating weekends.

CNA certification is preferred but not required, and the position involves light clerical duties and transporting residents to activities. You will help run activities, assist in planning programs, and ensure safety and proper record keeping while engaging residents with

Qualifications

• Energetic and personable with residents.
• Ability to motivate participation in activities.
• CNA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist activities director in carrying out activity programs for residents.
• Maintain records and transport residents to activities.
• Prepare equipment and ensure safety during activities.
• Lead participants in group activities such as exercise or art projects.
• Maintain proper records of equipment usage.

Skills

Energetic demeanor

Personable with residents

Motivate participation

Education

CNA (certification) preferred

Tools

CNA certification

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.

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

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.