Activities Aide – Full-Time

17028 Cadbury Circle
Lewes, DE 19958, USA

The Moorings at Lewes is seeking highly energetic Activities Aides to join our team!

Are you high-energy, creative, and passionate about making a real difference? Do you believe that joy is part of living — and that connection matters as much as any care plan? Then we want to meet you.

The Moorings at Lewes, a Springpoint Senior Living Life Plan Community located in beautiful coastal Lewes, Delaware, is seeking a Full-Time Activities Aide to join our team. This isn't just a job — it's a calling. You'll be at the heart of resident life, creating the moments our residents look forward to all week.

Responsibilities:

As an Activities Aide, you are a vital force in the daily life of our residents. Working closely with the Activities Director, you will:

• Plan, organize, and lead therapeutic activity programs for groups and individuals, tailored to residents' physical, cognitive, and social needs
• Assist and adapt activities to meet the needs of residents with physical limitations or cognitive impairments (including dementia).
• Assist the Activities Director in developing a dynamic, person-centered programming calendar
• Prepare supplies, participant lists, and activity schedules
• Assist with special events and holiday celebrations
• Escort residents to and from activities and community outings — safely and enthusiastically
• Conduct group activities with energy, creativity, and genuine engagement
• Maintain accurate daily participation records to support resident care planning as well as communicate resident preferences, behaviors, and changes to the Activities Director and or care team
• Attend required educational offerings in patient activities and resident care.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Genuine passion for serving and connecting with older adults
• High energy, creativity, and a team-first attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including some evenings and every other weekends
  • Preferred;
    • 2+ years of experience in a similar activities, recreation, or life enrichment role
    • Certification from the National Council for Activity Professionals (NCAP)
    • Certification from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation (NCTRC)
    • Experience in a long-term care or senior living setting
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match (Once Eligible)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Benefits (including Daily Pay!)
• Employee & Resident Bonus Referral Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development and Career Opportunities

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