Medicalodges Gardner is looking for an Activity Aide with the primary responsibility of motivating residents to participate in activities to promote activity of mind and body and encourage a feeling of well being and worth. If you have a passion for providing seniors with outstanding care we want to talk with you today. Medicalodges is a 100% employee-owned family of over 30 skilled nursing and assisted living facilities committed to providing the highest quality of care to our residents.
Job Responsibilities:
· Creating supportive activities under direct supervision of the Activity Director.
· Encouraging individual residents to participate in activities.
· Assisting in finding methods to motivate residents to take an interest in life and the community.
· Helping recruit and train volunteers.
· Maintaining supplies and equipment in a safe way.
· Seeing that the activity areas are in good and clean order before and after each activity.
· Documenting resident activity participation and attendance and taking part in documenting
Job Requirements:
· High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate
· Interest in working in Geriatric setting
· Experience in various activities and handicrafts
· Verbal and written communication skills