Activity Aide

About the role

The Activities Aide at CHI St. Alexius Health Turtle Lake assists in the planning, organization, and directing of activity programs for the facility population. This includes preparing reports on the assigned population's progress, participating in activities such as sports, dramatics, nature study, social activities, games, and arts and crafts, and engaging residents in diverse programming.

Responsibilities

• Aids in developing and adapting activity programs to meet the individual physical, mental, and psychosocial needs and interests of each resident.
• Completes accurate daily activity records, communicates relevant departmental information, and reports significant changes in resident participation to the activity coordinator.
• Conducts daily one-on-one visits as required by care plans, encouraging participation in assigned activities with a positive approach, and follows/updates the monthly activity calendar.
• Maintains strong interpersonal relationships with residents and colleagues, demonstrating helpfulness and respect for resident privacy and confidentiality.
• Exhibits flexibility and initiative, performing additional tasks as assigned by the activity coordinator.
• Engages in continuing education, participates in department/hospital activities, and sets personal goals for leadership and professionalism.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in an activity department, or at least in a nursing facility.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational skills.
• A compassionate approach.
• The ability to effectively engage participants in a variety of activities.

Skills

• Ability to adapt activity programs to meet individual needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility and initiative.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefits, and more.

Pay

The posted compensation range is $15.00 - $20.12 /hour, reflecting the reasonable estimate of what CommonSpirit Health might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

Schedule

Varies, with options for 4-hour shifts in the morning or evening, and occasional 8-hour shifts.