Activity Aides

A&P Payroll Management; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Opportunities for professional growth

Competitive salary

Job summary

Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation in New Jersey seeks a part-time Activity Aide to lead residents in scheduled recreational activities such as singing, arts and crafts, movement, and painting. The role emphasizes engagement, dignity, and high-quality service within a caring environment.

The position involves assisting with newsletters, calendars, and coordinating with volunteers, while helping residents stay active and connected with family through video calls.

Qualifications

• Must have basic recreation or activity planning skills.
• Experience or interest in arts, crafts, music, or movement is preferred.
• Ability to engage residents and promote participation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead scheduled recreational activities based on residents' interests.
• Visit bed-bound residents and provide suitable recreation services.
• Assist with monthly newsletter and recreation calendar.
• Support volunteer programs and community interactions.
• Ensure compassionate, high-quality service and resident dignity.
• Help transport residents to activities as needed.
• Facilitate video calls (FaceTime/WhatsApp/Zoom/Facebook) for residents.

Skills

Music

Arts & crafts

Movement

Painting

Ceramics

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

We Offer Competitive Salary, Full Benefits Package, Paid time Off and Opportunities for Professional Growth

Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation, a skilled nursing facility located in Mercer County, New Jersey has an immediate opening for an enthusiastic and energetic part-time Activity Aides. This job entails leading residents in scheduled recreational activities, which include and is not limited to singing, dancing, arts and crafts and painting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting in planning and promoting recreation based on individualized needs and interests and encouraging participation and engagement;
• Visiting bed-bound residents and non-participants and providing appropriate recreation services for them;
• Assisting with monthly newsletter and recreation calendar;
• Assisting with volunteer program, admission assessments, and community interaction programs;
• Ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes each individual’s needs and rights;
• Assisting in the transportation of residents to and from activities;
• Assisting residents' in scheduling and partaking in FaceTime, WhatsApp, Zoom, and Facebook video calls

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent;
• Demonstrated skills in one of the following areas: music (vocal or instrumental), arts & crafts, movement/exercise, painting or ceramics.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds and be on your feet for long durations

ABOUT US:

We are dedicated to provide outstanding care to our residents in a warm, nurturing environment that allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality and dignity. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and are constantly looking to be the best at what we do. Please join us and begin a rewarding and exceptional career.

EOE-Statement:

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.