Activity Aide - Full and Part-Time

Company: Carespring
Location: Hamilton
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Job Description:

$12.50 to $14 Per HourWe need -Activity Aides -to join our team at Doverwood Village -in Hamilton, OH. - You'll assist -our residents' with recreational and social activities. -Must have the availability to work evenings and weekends.You'll Be Responsible For:

• Reporting to the Activity Director
• Assisting with planning, coordinating, and implementing activities and entertainment for Memory Care Residents under the guidance of the Activity Director.
• Helping to improve the community by continually developing programs and activities that Memory Care Residents find interesting.
• Working activities that may be scheduled in the evening and on weekends
• Ensuring safe and enjoyable programs by explaining techniques and demonstrating activities for participants
• Participating in activity planning process, making suggestions for new programs, updating activity calendars, and distributing schedules to residents
• Assisting with planning special events (birthdays, anniversaries, recognitions)
• Observing and recording information about participation, assessment and progress of residents during activities
• Encouraging resident participation and involvement in activities and providing alternative activities and follow-up for residents not able to attend programs
• Helping residents with social activities, such as personal correspondence
• Ordering needed supplies, tracking inventory and preparing materials and supplies needed for daily programsYou'll Need To Have:
  • At least 1 year of experience working with the elderly or individuals with disabilities
  • Experience working with Memory Care (Alzheimer's and Dementia) patients (Preferred)
  • Experience Planning and Coordinating Events
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Solid work history with excellent attendance and punctuality
  • Ability to respect all members of the healthcare team
  • A positive attitude, energy and passion for working with the elderly
  • Patience, understanding and compassion for those requiring our care
  • Flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings, weekends and holidaysWe're Proud To Offer You:
    • Holiday pay
    • Employee Referral bonus payFull-Time (30+ hours/week) Employees may be eligible for:
      • Paid Time Off Accrual - from date of hire
      • Tuition Reimbursement Program
      • Medical Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Discount Plan
      • Life Insurance - paid for by company
      • Short-Term Disability Insurance
      • 401(k) Company MatchYou'll enjoy the -free perks -of our -employee purchasing program -offering a -variety of discounts -on purchases made everyday - including cell phone service!Exceptional Care & Quality Service are the hallmarks of Doverwood's in-house team of talented and experienced licensed therapists, nurses and caregivers.Doverwood Village -is an EOE/M/F/D/V and Smoke-Free Workplace.Powered by JazzHR

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