Activity Recreation Aide

Hopkins Restorative Care Center; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hopkins Restorative Care Center in Hopkins, MN is seeking an Activity / Recreation Aide to design and lead engaging programs that promote physical, mental, and social well-being for residents.

The role suits someone energetic and compassionate who enjoys teamwork, with responsibilities including event setup, documentation, and assisting residents to activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in long-term care or working with older adults preferred.
• Friendly, dependable, and enthusiastic personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to push wheelchairs and assist residents as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and leading individual and group activities.
• Encourage resident participation and engagement.
• Help decorate and prepare for events, celebrations, and seasonal programs.
• Document resident attendance and participation.
• Escort and assist residents to and from activities as needed.
• Support the Activity Director with planning, setup, and cleanup of events.
• Contribute ideas for enhancing the recreation program.

Skills

Friendly personality

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Wheelchair assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team and Bring Joy Every Day!

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of others? We’re looking for an Activity / Recreation Aide to help create meaningful, fun, and engaging experiences for our residents in a caring, team-focused environment.

Position Summary:

The Activity / Recreation Aide assists the Activity Director in planning and implementing programs that promote physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being for our residents. This role is perfect for someone energetic, creative, and compassionate—someone who loves to make people smile.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and leading individual and group activities.
• Encourage resident participation and engagement.
• Help decorate and prepare for events, celebrations, and seasonal programs.
• Document resident attendance and participation.
• Escort and assist residents to and from activities as needed.
• Support the Activity Director with planning, setup, and cleanup of events.
• Contribute ideas for enhancing the recreation program.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in long-term care or working with older adults preferred, but not required.
• Friendly, dependable, and enthusiastic personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to push wheelchairs and assist residents as needed.

Why Join Us:

• Supportive team and welcoming environment.
• Opportunities for growth and creativity.
• Rewarding work that makes a daily difference in the lives of residents.