Activities Assistant

Genesiscareers; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Genesis Healthcare is seeking an Activity Assistant to enrich the lives of residents through planned recreation and engagement. You will design, implement and evaluate activities that address physical, cognitive, social and spiritual needs while supporting overall well-being.

You will document participation, attend care plan meetings when needed and collaborate with care teams to tailor programs for individual residents in our care facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must read, write and speak English to ensure safety and respond to needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement activities that meet residents' needs.
• Provide input into the monthly recreation therapy services.
• Document attendance and participation in recreation programs.

Skills

Effective communicator

Organizational abilities

Record keeping

Stakeholder engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

Enrich the lives of our patients/residents as an Activity Assistant where you will plan, organize and implement engagement activities that meet the physical, creative, cognitive, social, spiritual, and needs of our patients and residents.

• Provide input into the design of monthly recreation therapy services
• Document patient/resident attendance and participation level at recreation programs
• Attend care plan meetings as needed

Who You Are

• Effective communicator with excellent verbal/ written skills.
• Well-developed organizational abilities and record keeping skills.
• Able to positively engage with personnel, resident/patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors and respond to their medical and physical needs.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Free 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically-enrolled employees and theirimmediate family members
• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $16.00 - USD $16.00 /Hr.