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Aventura Health Group · 9 hours ago

Activities Aide

Trotwood, OH

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Aventura Health Group is seeking an Activities Aide to assist in planning and implementing recreational and therapeutic activities for residents in a long-term care facility. The role focuses on enhancing residents' physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being through meaningful engagement and person-centered programming.

Assisted LivingHealth CareMedicalNursing and Residential Care

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and carrying out daily, weekly, and monthly activity programs for residents

Lead individual and group activities such as crafts, music, exercise, games, outings, and special events

Encourage resident participation and provide one-on-one engagement for those unable or unwilling to join group activities

Transport, escort, or assist residents to and from activities using proper safety and mobility techniques

Observe and document resident participation, preferences, behavior changes, and progress

Help set up, organize, and clean activity areas, supplies, equipment, and materials

Support the planning of holidays, birthday parties, themed events, and family engagement activities

Communicate effectively with nursing staff, therapists, and other team members regarding resident needs

Follow all infection control, safety, and facility policies and procedures

Assist with maintaining calendars, event boards, and resident activity schedules

Build positive, supportive relationships with residents while promoting dignity, autonomy, and inclusion

Qualification

Older adultsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamwork skillsBasic computer skillsPatient demeanorEnergetic demeanorCompassionate demeanorMotivational skillsCreative demeanor