Geriatric Activities Aide - Create Meaningful Daily Programs

Apploi; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Oneida Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Utica, NY is hiring an Activities Aide to develop and run resident-centered activities. You will work on units with minimal supervision, create engaging programs, and help with supplies and setup while tracking participation and ensuring safety and emergency procedures are followed.

Ideal candidates bring a positive attitude, experience with geriatric populations, solid computer skills, and strong teamwork, organization, and multitasking

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and energy are a must.
• Experience with a geriatric population preferred.
• Strong computer skills are necessary.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Strong organizational and planning skills; ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Implement activities programs for Residents; focus on individual interests.
• Work directly with Residents on units; without direct supervision.
• Organize and obtain supplies and equipment as requested.
• Assist recreation specialists & set up program areas as needed.
• Keep daily attendance and document residents’ participation in activities.
• Assist residents to program location and return residents to appropriate units.
• Be familiar with established emergency procedures.

Skills

Positive attitude

Geriatric experience

Computer skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Job description

Oneida Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Utica, NY is hiring an Activities Aide to develop and run resident-centered activities. You will work on units with minimal supervision, create engaging programs, and help with supplies and setup while tracking participation and ensuring safety and emergency procedures are followed.

Ideal candidates bring a positive attitude, experience with geriatric populations, solid computer skills, and strong teamwork, organization, and multitasking