Activity Aide

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads individual and group recreational activities such as art, music, crafts, discussions, outings, and special events/holidays, to support participant’s level of physical fitness, psycho social functioning, and resilience.
• Works closely with the Activity and Volunteer Functional Manager and Activity Coordinator in the development of a meaningful program of activities designed for individuals and groups.
• Supports daily operation of Activity program as designed by the Activity Coordinator.
• Affords assistance with documentation and provides coverage for Activity Coordinator in IDT and additional meetings as required.
• Conducts required participant assessments as needed with required possession of Certificate of Activity Leadership approved by the California Department of Public Health.
• Maintains neat and clean environment in the activities service and storage areas.
• Provides training and support to volunteers, guest speakers, outside entertainers and instructors as appropriate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work in a diverse and interdisciplinary setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skill and ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Possess flexibility, initiative and willingness to learn.
• Current CPR certification and First Aid training.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Holds or willing to obtain Activity Leadership Certificate approved by the California Department of Public Health – Preferred.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin – Preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing or walking for 80% of the working day.
• Requires limited pushing, bending, kneeling and reaching at arm’s length and overhead.
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 10lbs. regularly.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Pay

The hourly pay range for the Activity Aide position at Center for Elders’ Independence is $22.00 to $32.88. Placement within the range is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data, consistent with CEI’s annual compensation review and established compensation practices.