Activities Aide
Panacea Health Corp · Chambersburg, PA · 1 mo ago
On-siteAdministrativeFull-time
Benefits
- Daily Pay Option!
- Competitive Rates
- Comprehensive Benefits Package and 401k
- Core Benefits start the first day of the month following date of hire!
- PTO to include holidays, vacation and sick time.
- Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support
- Employee recognition through various awards and programs
- Career Advancement and Growth Opportunities
- A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)
Requirements
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Must be able to relate professionally and positively to our residents and families and to work cooperatively with others.
- A wholehearted individual whose interests lie with our residents, and meeting the recreation program and service needs.
- Long-Term Care, Memory Care, Dementia experience preferred
- Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate large and small group activities designed to stimulate older adults with dementia.
- Provide dynamic and engaging presentations and hands-on activities that support client interest and abilities.
- Provide behavioral and emotional support and supervision for residents through companionship, conversation, distraction, and redirection.
- Encourage residents to participate in individual, small, and large group activities; provide appropriate cuing and support based on the residents functional ability.
- Engage the person in mentally stimulating activities, such as puzzles or reminiscing.
- Communicate effectively and patiently, especially as dementia progresses.
- Assisting the Activity Director in the development, organization, coordination, and implementation of comprehensive therapeutic recreation services and programs that meet the needs and interests of each resident.
- Complete required documentation, assist with planning and leadership of special events, and maintain activity department supplies and equipment.