Activity Assistant

Ocean Healthcare; Lakeland (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401k matched

Life insurance

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Elmwood Hills Healthcare Center is seeking a positive, upbeat Activity Assistant to join our team. You will plan, organize, and lead social, recreational, and therapeutic activities to enrich residents’ quality of life.

Responsibilities include leading arts, crafts, music, trivia, and exercise sessions, plus assisting with sensory stimulation and feeding when needed. Prioritizes compassionate, resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Positive, upbeat attitude and passion for working with seniors.
• Ability to work every other weekend and some holidays.
• Comfortable with geriatric population.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging activities for LTC residents and Dementia Unit.
• Lead group activities including arts, crafts, music, sing-alongs, trivia, games, and exercise sessions.
• Encourage participation and provide individualized attention; assist with sensory stimulation.
• May assist with feeding residents at meal times when required.

Skills

Positive attitude

Interpersonal skills

Geriatric care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activity Assistant (LTC facility)

Job Summary:

Elmwood Hills Healthcare Center, a comprehensive nursing home, is seeking a positive, upbeat Activity Assistant to join our team! As an Activity Assistant, you will play a vital role in improving the quality of life for our residents by planning, organizing, and leading social, recreational, and therapeutic activities. If you enjoy crafting, singing, dancing, storytelling, or chatting with people, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead engaging groups and individual activities for our L.T.C. population and Dementia Unit
• Lead group activities, including arts and crafts, music, sing-alongs, trivia, games, exercise sessions, and social events
• Encourage participation from residents and provide individualized attention and assist with sensory stimulation
• May be trained to assist with feeding residents at meal times when required

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Positive, upbeat attitude and a passion for working with seniors
• Ability to work every other weekend and some holidays
• Comfortable with geriatric population

What We Offer:

• Competitive rate of pay: $16 HOURLY
• Pleasant working atmosphere
• Medical and dental insurance
• 401k matched
• Life insurance
• Uniforms provided