Activities Aide

About the Role

Join our team as an Activities Assistant and help bring joy, engagement, and memorable experiences to the lives of our residents every day. You’ll be a key part of our community, planning and leading programs that foster connection, wellness, and fun.

At Lorien Mount Airy, we’re more than just a healthcare facility—we’re a tight-knit community that genuinely cares for our residents and our team members. Our mission is to help every employee build a meaningful, successful career, and we’re proud to have staff who’ve been with us for 20 years or more. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a family that supports your growth every step of the way.

Conveniently located right off Interstate 70 in Carroll County, MD, our campus is easily accessible from Frederick, Howard, and Montgomery Counties—all within a short commute.

Responsibilities

• Be enthusiastic, creative, resourceful, and consistently positive.
• Follow a daily activity calendar designed for residents with varying physical and mental abilities.
• Lead a wide variety of programs including games, crafts, discussion groups, themed parties, and special performances.
• Encourage resident participation and foster social interaction.
• Adapt activities to meet individual resident needs and abilities.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, attendance, and supplies.
• Support a vibrant, engaging, and inclusive community environment.
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25-50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Pay

$16.00 - $16.50 per hour (based on experience). Shift differentials and same-day pay available for all employees.

Schedule

Part-time, PRN. Weekends required with every-other weekend availability (Saturday and Sunday).

Benefits

• PTO: 40 hours (accrual pay).
• 7 paid major holidays (double time when worked).
• Personal days.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Employee Perks & Rewards

• Employee discounts.
• Earn points, earn rewards program.
• Attendance incentives.
• Referral bonus program.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.