Senior Life Enrichment Activity Aide

Complete Care - New Jersey & PA; Matawan (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Training and career growth

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Complete Care is looking for a friendly, compassionate Activity Aide to plan and lead recreational activities, social events, and one-on-one engagements with seniors. You will work with the Director of Activities and nursing staff to promote socialization, independence, and quality of life.

No long-term care experience required; the right attitude and creativity matter. We offer full-time and part-time roles, flexible pay options, and a supportive, mission-driven team at our Matawan location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with seniors is a plus, but not required.
• Previous experience in activities, recreation, hospitality, customer service, education, or healthcare is a plus.
• Creative, outgoing, dependable, and compassionate personality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and enthusiasm.
• A genuine interest in working with and supporting older adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and leading recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Lead and assist with group activities, games, entertainment, crafts, and special events.
• Provide meaningful one-on-one engagement for residents.
• Encourage residents to participate while respecting individual interests and abilities.
• Help create a fun, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
• Monitor resident participation and report concerns to the appropriate team members.
• Maintain accurate activity attendance and participation records.
• Help decorate the community for holidays, seasons, and special events.
• Work closely with the Director of Activities, nursing team, and other staff.
• Support activities that promote resident socialization, engagement, and quality of life.

Skills

Creative

Outgoing

Dependable

Compassionate

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Complete Care is looking for a friendly, compassionate Activity Aide to plan and lead recreational activities, social events, and one-on-one engagements with seniors. You will work with the Director of Activities and nursing staff to promote socialization, independence, and quality of life.

No long-term care experience required; the right attitude and creativity matter. We offer full-time and part-time roles, flexible pay options, and a supportive, mission-driven team at our Matawan location.