Activity Aide

Briarcliff-Health-and-Rehabilitatio; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(K) with company match

PTO

Telehealth

Job summary

Briarcliff Health and Rehabilitation is seeking an energetic Activity Aide to bring joy, purpose, and connection to residents daily. You will plan and lead group activities, support special events, and build meaningful relationships with residents to create a warm, caring environment.

The role emphasizes creativity, enthusiasm, and the ability to engage a room while accommodating residents with memory or physical limitations. Training is available where needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with elderly or memory care preferred (will train the right person).
• Warm, patient, and enthusiastic personality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with group activities including arts and crafts, music, games, and exercise programs.
• Provide one-on-one activities for residents who cannot attend group programs.
• Adapt activities for residents with dementia, memory impairment, or physical limitations.
• Set up, facilitate, and clean up activity spaces before and after each program.
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, and themed dining programs.
• Decorate the facility for seasons and holidays to create a warm environment.
• Document resident participation accurately in the activity record.
• Escort and assist residents to and from activity programs safely.
• Support volunteers and community visitors during programs.
• Report any resident behavioral changes or concerns to the nurse.

Skills

People skills

Patience

Creativity

Engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About This Role

We are looking for an energetic, creative, and compassionate Activity Aide to help bring joy, purpose, and connection to our residents every day. You will assist in planning and leading group and individual activities, support special events, and build real relationships with the people who call our facility home. If you love making people smile and want a job that truly matters — this one is for you.

What We Offer

Benefits for Full-Time Staff Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance.
• 401(K) with company match
• PTO
• Virtual Doctor Visits - Telehealth
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• KISx Card (surgery and imaging program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay Available
• Fun, Creative, and Mission-driven work environment
• Supportive leadership that values your ideas

What You'll Do

• Lead and assist with group activities including arts and crafts, music, games, and exercise programs
• Provide one-on-one activities for residents who cannot attend group programs
• Adapt activities for residents with dementia, memory impairment, or physical limitations
• Set up, facilitate, and clean up activity spaces before and after each program
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, and themed dining programs
• Decorate the facility for seasons and holidays to create a warm environment
• Document resident participation accurately in the activity record
• Escort and assist residents to and from activity programs safely
• Support volunteers and community visitors during programs
• Report any resident behavioral changes or concerns to the nurse

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior experience working with elderly or memory care populations preferred — will train the right person
• Warm, patient, and enthusiastic personality
• Creative, energetic, and able to engage a room
• Ability to work weekdays and rotating weekends
• Activity professional certification a plus — not required
• CNA License preferred- not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.