Creative Activity Aide for Senior Living & Wellness

Vincentian Home; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Sick leave

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Vincentian Home is seeking an Activity Aide to join the Community Life Department in Pittsburgh. The role focuses on creating meaningful experiences for residents through group activities, one-on-one visits, and sensory experiences, promoting wellness across multiple dimensions.

Responsibilities include planning engaging programs, transporting residents, documenting care plans, and assisting with department operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• NCCAP Activity Aide certification or eligibility for certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to plan and implement programs and events.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team.
• Ability to build positive relationships with people from a variety of backgrounds and at all levels of the organization.
• Adaptability and willingness to work a flexible schedule based on community needs, including occasional evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and implementing engaging programs, activities, and experiences for individuals and groups.
• Develop activities that encourage socialization and promote social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, sensory, and physical wellness.
• Incorporate the eight dimensions of wellness and intergenerational practices into programs and activities.
• Provide meaningful one-on-one visits and sensory/environmental stimulation for residents.
• Help create opportunities for lifelong learning, creativity, connection, and personal expression.
• Support intergenerational programs and experiences involving residents, children, students, families, staff, and visitors.
• Help create both intentional and organic opportunities for connection throughout the community.
• Consider residents' individual interests, preferences, abilities, and needs when planning and delivering activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Teamwork

Adaptability

Flexibility

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NCCAP Activity Aide certification or eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Content management software

Activity programming software

Job description

Vincentian Home is seeking an Activity Aide to join the Community Life Department in Pittsburgh. The role focuses on creating meaningful experiences for residents through group activities, one-on-one visits, and sensory experiences, promoting wellness across multiple dimensions.

Responsibilities include planning engaging programs, transporting residents, documenting care plans, and assisting with department operations.