Activity Aides - Part Time

Anam Memory Care; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Anam Memory Care in Rockford, Illinois, is seeking a Part-Time Activity Aide to join our compassionate team. You will design and run engaging activities for residents living with Alzheimer's and dementia, fostering social connections and meaningful moments daily.

The role emphasizes creativity, teamwork, and a heart for serving seniors. A flexible part-time schedule, ongoing training, and a supportive environment await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Creative, compassionate, and energetic personality.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• 1+ year of experience and/or training in Alzheimer's disease and dementia care preferred.
• CPR certification preferred (required upon employment).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and leading daily activities for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia.
• Encourage and support resident participation in group and one-on-one activities.
• Help create a positive, stimulating, and safe environment.
• Work collaboratively with the care team to meet residents' individual needs.
• Adapt activities to match varying cognitive and physical abilities.

Skills

Creative/compassionate/energetic

Multitask/team environment

Communication/interpersonal

Experience in Alzheimer's care

CPR certification

Job description

Part-Time Activity AideAnam Memory Care is growing, and we are looking for a compassionate, creative, and energetic

Part-Time Activity AideAnam Memory Care is growing, and we are looking for a compassionate, creative, and energetic Part-Time Activity Aide to join our dedicated team in Rockford, Illinois. If you have a heart for serving seniors and a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, we would love to meet you.

Position Overview

As an Activity Aide, you will work closely with residents in our memory care community to support and implement engaging, purposeful activities designed to enhance quality of life. You will play an important role in encouraging participation, fostering social connections, and creating moments of joy each day.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and leading daily activities for residents with Alzheimer's and dementia
• Encourage and support resident participation in group and one-on-one activities
• Help create a positive, stimulating, and safe environment
• Work collaboratively with the care team to meet residents' individual needs
• Adapt activities to match varying cognitive and physical abilities

Qualifications

• Creative, compassionate, and energetic personality
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a team environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• 1+ year of experience and/or training in Alzheimer's disease and dementia care preferred
• CPR certification preferred (required upon employment)

Why Join Anam?

• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day
• Flexible part-time schedule
• Ongoing training and professional development

At Anam, we believe activities are more than entertainment - they are essential to dignity, purpose, and connection. Join us in creating meaningful moments for our residents and their families.