Activity Aide CNA

Schenectady Center; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Schenectady Center is a 240-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility in Schenectady, NY, hiring a Full-time Activities Aide CNA to support residents through engaging recreation programs.

You will implement activities, document participation, assist residents to program locations, and collaborate with recreation specialists to tailor plans to each resident’s interests. A NY CNA license and teamwork mentality are essential, with strong computer skills valued.

Qualifications

• Valid NY CNA license required.
• Experience with activities in healthcare or recreation therapy coursework.
• Geriatric population experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills.
• Positive attitude and energy.
• Team player.
• Strong organizational and planning skills; multitasking.
• Develop and maintain recreation care plans based on resident needs.

Responsibilities

• Implement activities programs for residents; focus on individual interests.
• Work directly with residents on units; without direct supervision.
• Organize and obtain supplies and equipment as requested.
• Assist recreation specialists and set up program areas as needed.
• Keep daily attendance and document residents’ participation in activities.
• Assist residents to program location and return residents to appropriate units.
• Be familiar with established emergency procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Computer skills

Positive attitude

Job description

Schenectady Center -

Schenectady Center is now hiring an energetic & passionate Full-time Activities Aide CNA to work in our skilled nursing facility in Schenectady, NY.

DUTIES:

• Implement activities programs for residents; focus on individual interests.

• Work directly with residents on units; without direct supervision.

• Organize and obtain supplies and equipment as requested.

• Assist recreation specialists and set up program areas as needed.

• Keep daily attendance and document residents’ participation in activities.

• Assist residents to program location and return residents to appropriate units.

• Be familiar with established emergency procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid NY CNA license is required.

• Experience with activities in a healthcare setting or college work in recreation therapy

• Previous experience with the geriatric population preferred

• Strong computer skills necessary

• Positive attitude and energy is a must!!

• Ability to work effectively as a team member

• Strong organizational and planning skills; ability to multi-task

• Develop and maintain individualized recreation care plans based on resident needs and preferences.

About us:

Schenectady Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 240-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located near the lively, reinvigorated downtown. With a long tradition of supporting the community—and being an active part of it—Schenectady Center is one of the newest in all of New York State with modern fixtures, contemporary features, and the latest amenities throughout. Our patient-centered therapy sessions are delivered by our caring, compassionate, expert team and will ensure that your program is tailored to your specific rehabilitation needs. Schenectady Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care Consortium.

Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V