Activities Aide

Position Summary

The Activities Aide assists in planning, organizing, and implementing recreational, social, and therapeutic activities for residents in a long-term care facility. This role supports residents’ physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being through meaningful engagement and person-centered programming.

Key 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.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with older adults or individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to motivate, engage, and support residents with differing cognitive and physical abilities.
• Creative, patient, energetic, and compassionate demeanor.
• Basic computer skills for documentation (depending on facility).
• Ability to lift, move, or assist residents as needed.