Weekend Activities Aide

Emerald Healthcare; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerald Healthcare in Claremore, OK, is seeking a compassionate Weekend Activities Aide to join our Activities Department. You will plan and facilitate a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance residents' quality of life and well-being.

The role requires enthusiasm for working with seniors, strong communication, and the ability to engage residents in diverse programs. This weekend-only shift offers ongoing opportunities to support residents and collaborate with the care

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with enthusiasm for working with seniors.
• Ability to plan, organize, and lead diverse activities and programs.
• Basic knowledge of therapeutic recreation practices is desirable.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and organize activities tailored to residents’ interests, abilities and needs. Facilitate recreational programs, arts and crafts, games, music, and social events to promote resident engagement and interaction.
• Build positive relationships with residents and their families to understand their preferences and encourage participation in activities. Support residents in participating in activities and provide assistance as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of resident participation and document outcomes of activities. Communicate with the healthcare team regarding resident interests and any observed changes in their well-being.
• Work closely with other team members, including nursing staff and therapists, to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to resident activities. Participate in staff meetings and contribute ideas for new programs and improvements.
• Ensure that all activities comply with facility policies and safety regulations. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment for all residents and staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Seniors care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Weekend Activities Aide

Location

Claremore, OK

Department

Activities

Reports to

Activities Director

Position Type

Sat-Sun 8:00am-4:30pm

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Activities Aide to join our team at Emerald Healthcare. The Weekend Activities Aide will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents by planning, implementing, and facilitating engaging recreational and therapeutic activities. This position requires a passion for working with seniors and a commitment to promoting their physical, emotional and social well-being.

Work Environment

This position operates in a clinical healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Activity Planning and Implementation: Develop and organize a variety of individual and group activities tailored to residents’ interests, abilities and needs. Facilitate recreational programs, arts and crafts, games, music, and social events to promote resident engagement and interaction.
• Resident Interaction: Build positive relationships with residents and their families to understand their preferences and encourage participation in activities. Support residents in participating in activities and provide assistance as needed.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of resident participation and document outcomes of activities. Communicate with the healthcare team regarding resident interests and any observed changes in their well-being.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other team members, including nursing staff and therapists, to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to resident activities. Participate in staff meetings and contribute ideas for new programs and improvements.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure that all activities comply with facility policies and safety regulations. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment for all residents and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a genuine enthusiasm for working with seniors.
• Ability to plan, organize, and lead diverse activities and programs.
• Basic knowledge of therapeutic recreation practices is desirable.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.