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Activity Aide (Life Enrichment Leader)- Chase Memorial Nursing Home

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
New Berlin, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

Good Shepherd Communities is hiring an Activity Aide (Life Enrichment Leader)- Chase Memorial Nursing Home. The Life Enrichment Leader at Chase Memorial Nursing Home & Rehab plans and leads engaging activities, crafts, music, and special events, creates social and creative experiences, celebrates birthdays and holidays, builds resident relationships, organizes outings, adapts activities to individual abilities, documents participation, and fosters a warm, welcoming environment.

Key focus areas include Plan and lead engaging activities, games, crafts, music, and special events, Create experiences that encourage socialization, creativity, and independence, and Celebrate birthdays, holidays, and life milestones.

Important skills include Creativity. Preferred (not required): Planning Events, Leading Games, Crafting, and Music.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Planning EventsLeading GamesCraftingMusicDecoratingCelebrating HolidaysConnecting With PeopleMaking a Positive ImpactMaking Someone SmileEngaging ActivitiesSpecial EventsSocializationCreativityIndependenceBuilding Meaningful RelationshipsOrganizing Community OutingsRecreational ProgramsEncouraging ParticipationAdapting ActivitiesDocumenting Resident ParticipationActivity Progress DocumentationCreating a Warm EnvironmentCreating a Welcoming EnvironmentCreating a Fun EnvironmentCompassionPatienceEnthusiasmDependabilityOrganizationSpeaking to GroupsInteracting With GroupsTeam PlayerPositive AttitudeEnriching Lives of Older Adults

Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseAbility to Safely Transport ResidentsPrevious Experience in Activities, Recreation, Customer Service, Childcare, Education, Healthcare, or Senior Services

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Job DescriptionLife Enrichment Leader (Activity Aide)

Chase Memorial Nursing Home & RehabFull-Time | 75 Hours Bi-Weekly

Looking for a career that's more than just a job?

At Chase Memorial Nursing Home & Rehab, we believe life doesn't stop because someone moves into a nursing home—it should continue to be filled with laughter, purpose, friendship, and meaningful moments.

We're searching for an energetic, compassionate, and creative Life Enrichment Leader who loves connecting with people and making a positive impact every single day.

If you're the kind of person who enjoys planning events, leading games, crafting, music, decorating, celebrating holidays, taking residents on outings, and making someone smile—you could be exactly who we're looking for.

What You'll Do:

Every day is different! You'll have the opportunity to:

  • Plan and lead engaging activities, games, crafts, music, and special events

  • Create experiences that encourage socialization, creativity, and independence

  • Celebrate birthdays, holidays, and life milestones

  • Build meaningful relationships with residents and brighten their day

  • Organize community outings and recreational programs

  • Encourage participation while adapting activities to residents' individual interests and abilities

  • Document resident participation and activity progress

  • Help create a warm, welcoming, and fun environment where every resident feels valued

Schedule:

  • Full-Time

  • 75 hours bi-weekly

  • 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

  • Includes every 3rd weekend

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Paid Vacation, PTO & Holiday Pay

  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match

  • Company-Paid Life Insurance

  • Supportive Team Environment

  • Opportunities to Make a Real Difference Every Day

We're Looking For Someone Who Is...

  • Compassionate and patient

  • Creative and enthusiastic

  • Dependable and organized

  • Comfortable speaking and interacting with groups

  • A team player with a positive attitude

  • Passionate about enriching the lives of older adults

Requirements

  • Valid Driver's License (required)

  • Ability to safely transport residents during community outings

  • Previous experience in activities, recreation, customer service, childcare, education, healthcare, or senior services is a plus—but we're happy to train the right person with the right heart!

Why Chase Memorial?

The best part of this job isn't what's on your to-do list—it's the people you'll meet.

You'll celebrate birthdays, hear incredible life stories, dance to favorite songs, play games, create art, enjoy community outings, and become an important part of our residents' daily lives.

Your creativity can turn an ordinary day into an unforgettable one.

If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make someone smile every day, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and help make every day extraordinary at Chase Memorial Nursing Home & Rehab!

Summary

It is our policy to comply with all applicable Federal and State laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Notice to applicants: Good Shepherd Communities will reasonably accommodate an individual’s disability during both the application process and on the job. Please contact the Human Resources department to request any reasonable accommodation you may require to participate in the application process.

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