Activities Assistant

Ayden Healthcare (1); Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayden Healthcare of Oregon is currently seeking an Activities Assistant Full Time for our Long Term Care Facility. The Activity Assistant assists the Activity Director to provide group and individual activities for the residents, with duties including record keeping, environment care, and equipment maintenance.

The position requires a High School graduate with preference for those with STNA certification, strong verbal and written communication, and willingness to work flexible hours including

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent; STNA certification preferred.
• Verbal and writing abilities necessary to communicate with staff, residents, families and the public.
• Motor coordination and manual dexterity required to lead activity programming.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours, including emergencies.
• Ability to work independently and follow scheduled plans.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Activity Director to provide group and individual activities for residents.
• Maintains record keeping and attention to the environment.
• Manages supplies, equipment, and storage areas.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Motor coordination

Reading comprehension

Flexibility

Patience

Independence

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

State Tested Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

Ayden Healthcare of Oregonis currently seeking an Activities Assistant Full Time for our Long Term Care Facility.

Position Summary:

The Activity Assistant assists the Activity Director to provide group and individual activities for the residents. Duties will involve personal contact with a varying resident population and a varied work schedule that will include some weekends, evening and holidays. Tasks also will involve record keeping, attention to the environment, use of supplies and equipment and maintenance of storage areas.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent. Preference is given to persons with experience in long term setting and/or certification as a State Tested Nursing Assistant.

• Verbal and writing abilities necessary to communicate and work effectively with various levels of staff, residents, family members and the public.

• Motor coordination and manual dexterity are required to lead activity programming.

• Ability to read, understand, and follow activity directions and work assignments. Able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation. Must be patient and tolerate towards residents, family members and co-workers.

• Ability to work independently and follow scheduled plans.