Activity Aide

• Assist the Activity Director in carrying out a planned activity program for residents, including planning and implementing engaging activities, events, and programs

• Maintain accurate records of resident attendance, activities, and events

• Transport residents to and from activities and events, ensuring their safety and comfort

• Provide assistance with daily living activities, such as dressing, grooming, and feeding, as needed

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to the development of resident care plans

• Maintain attendance records for resident activities, on a daily basis

• Assist Activity Director with seasonal décor of the facility

• Assist in transporting residents to and from activities

• Keep track of department timesheets and deliver them to the Activities Director on Friday of each week

• Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as cleaning up after parties and programs, when necessary

• Demonstrate a positive and respectful attitude when interacting with residents, families, and colleagues

• Develop and maintain good working relationships with inter-department personnel and other departments within the facility

• Deliver excellent customer service to residents and their families

• Demonstrate the ability to locate emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers

• Understand and participate in fire and disaster drills

• Identify and respond appropriately to potential behavioral outbursts

• Use facility equipment safely and recognize, remove, and/or report potential hazards

• Demonstrate proper hand washing techniques

• Maintain proper food handling techniques and ensure glove usage, when necessary

• Dispose of waste properly and understand and maintain activity/kitchen sanitation procedures, when necessary

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, reach, balance, push, pull, and climb with or without reasonable accommodations

• Must be able to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 34 pounds frequently, 35-50 pounds occasionally, and 51-100 pounds occasionally with assistance

• May be subject to call-back during emergency conditions, exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions, and handling of hazardous chemicals

• High school diploma required

• Valid driver's license required

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team

• Must present a positive image of the facility

• Must meet health assessment requirements

We offer a competitive compensation package, including opportunities for professional growth and development.