Activity Aide - Rest Home
Salary
$20.03 - $24.43 Hourly
Location
Rest Home- 1221 W. Durston, Bozeman, MT
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
00854
Department
Rest Home
Opening Date
06/30/2026
POSITION OVERVIEW
This position is located at the Gallatin Rest Home and is responsible for implementing recreational and social activities to enhance the quality of life for residents. Activities may include exercise, bingo, crafts, seasonal celebrations, and games. The Activity Aide reports to the Activities Coordinator and does not supervise other personnel.
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY IMPLEMENTATION
- Collaborate daily with the Activities Coordinator to review and prepare for scheduled programming.
- Plans, sets up, and leads daily activities such as group games, sensory stimulation, exercise, bingo, arts and crafts, birthday/holiday parties, and other events that support residents physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being.
- Adapts programming as needed based on residents' abilities, interests, or requests from residents or families.
- Escorts residents to and from activities, both within the facility and to off-site events as appropriate.
- Conducts one-on-one visits to provide companionship and meaningful interaction.
- Observes and documents resident participation, engagement level, responsiveness, and duration of involvement in activities.
- Communicates with the Activities Coordinator and interdisciplinary team regarding changes in resident needs (e.g., diet, mobility, behavior) to tailor programming appropriately.
- Cleans and sanitizes activity supplies and spaces after use to maintain infection control and safety standards.
- Must be physically able to assist and maneuver residents in wheelchairs during activities and transitions.
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
Performs additional duties as assigned by the supervisor. This may include covering for co-workers, participating in training, contributing to special events or projects, and other support tasks. If the County declares a local emergency (e.g., fire, flood, earthquake), all employees may be required to support emergency response and recovery efforts.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires:
- Knowledge of the physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of older adults.
- Familiarity with group activity facilitation, behavior observation, and appropriate documentation.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with residents, families, and staff.
- The ability to adapt activities to various ability levels and preferences.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- High school diploma or GED
- Previous experience working with older adults in a care setting is preferred
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Drug and Alcohol Policy:
This is a safety-sensitive position and is designated as a "testable position" under Gallatin County's Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy (Section 526). Pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and return-to-duty testing may be required.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Work is performed in a long-term care environment and involves frequent standing, walking, lifting, and moving of supplies and equipment. Physical strength and stamina are required to assist residents with mobility and transfers (e.g., pushing wheelchairs).
As a condition of hire, the final candidate will be required to successfully pass a background check.
Please be prepared to attach the following documents when you submit your application materials: cover letter | resume | three work references.
Gallatin County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment on the basis of merit and qualifications without regard to race, creed, religion, color, or national origin or because of age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex when the reasonable demands of the position do not require an age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex distinction.
HEALTH BENEFITS:
- Individual health benefits premium is paid at 100% for full-time employees and pro-rated based on hours worked for part-time employees
- Includes limited vision and dental coverage (Dental is provided by MetLife and includes a dental buy-up option)
- Dependent health benefits premium is offered at very low costs
- Coverage is effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
- Talkspace: In-Network behavioral health support through virtual counseling & psychiatry
- Optional Supplemental Coverage is offered through Mutual of Omaha including Voluntary Accident Policy, Voluntary Critical Illness Policy and Voluntary Life Insurance Policy (also available for dependents)
- FREE unlimited access and care to PMR Clinic East. This is a private Clinic and is available to all employees and family members who are enrolled in our health benefits.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS: Optional pre-tax, out-of-pocket medical expenses & day care expenses
COUNTY PAID LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 Group Life Insurance Policy (eligible employees only) (age reductions apply)
COUNTY PAID LONG TERM DISABLITY INSURANCE: Eligible employees only, benefit duration shortens once a specific age is reached
RETIREMENT:
- County employees are covered by the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS)
- County Deputies and Detention Officers are covered by the Sheriff's Retirement System (SRS)
- An optional supplemental 457 deferred compensation plan/ROTH is available through Empower and Nationwide
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE:
- Eligible employees are offered a maximum of six weeks (240 hours) of paid parental leave for the bonding and care of a newborn child or adoption of a child
SICK AND VACATION LEAVE:
- Employees accrue 12 sick days and 3 weeks of vacation per year, depending on years of service. (Hours are pro-rated for part-time employees)
- Leave starts accruing on an employee's date of hire and can be used as soon as time is in the books.
HOLIDAYS:
- The County observes 11 legal holidays in even numbered years (Federal Election Day) and 10 legal holidays in odd numbered years.
- A Floating Holiday is available to eligible employees after six months.
HEALTH CLUB MEMBERSHIPS: Discounted rates are offered at participating clubs with payroll deduction.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:
- Offers a confidential counseling hotline and up to six sessions with a Licensed Professional Counselor at no cost to the employee. This program is also available to dependents.
WORLDWIDE TRAVEL EMERGENCY PROGRAM AND WILL & LEGAL PREPARATION SERVICES:
- Limited 24/7 services anywhere in the world
- Will and limited legal service
TUITION ASSISTANCE:
- The County offers partial reimbursement of qualifying tuition expenses
BILINGUAL PAY:
- Gallatin County allows for bilingual pay to employees that provide translation services to County departments and offices. The bilingual pay allows for extra compensation to employees that provide this service.
Employer Gallatin County
Address 311 W. Main
Room 303
Bozeman, Montana, 59715
Phone 406-582-3045
Website http://www.gallatin.mt.gov