Activity Aide
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About the job
Job description
Now Hiring Activity Aide – Full Time
Pay: $15.50 – $17.00 per hour
Embassy at Hearthside is seeking a compassionate and energetic Activity Aide to join our team full-time. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with seniors and is passionate about creating meaningful, engaging daily experiences for residents.
Schedule
- Full-Time
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- 5 days per week (every other weekend)
Responsibilities of Activity Aide
- Assist in planning, organizing, and leading recreational and social activities for residents
- Encourage resident participation and engagement in programs and events
- Support group activities, games, crafts, music, and special events
- Assist with decorating and preparing for holidays and facility events
- Escort and support residents as needed during activities
- Maintain activity supplies and ensure areas are organized
- Document resident participation when required
- Promote a positive, friendly, and resident-centered environment
Qualifications for Activity Aide
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous experience in a healthcare, long-term care, or activities role is a plus
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable engaging with elderly residents in group and one-on-one settings
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Full-time consistent schedule
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in residents’ daily lives
If you are passionate about enriching the lives of seniors and enjoy bringing energy and creativity to your work, we encourage you to apply today.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
From Hearthside Nursing Home's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Hearthside Nursing Home hires nurses, therapists and nursing assistants in State College, Pennsylvania.
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