Activities Assistant

Ayden Healthcare (1); Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ayden Healthcare of Toledo is seeking an Activities Assistant for our long-term care facility. This part-time role supports residents with engaging activities and collaborates with the Activity Director to create a nurturing social environment.

Expect a varied schedule that may include weekends, evenings, and holidays. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead activities with patience and flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; STNA certification preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication with residents, families, and staff.
• Good motor coordination and manual dexterity for activity leadership.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow activity directions and schedules.
• Flexible hours including weekends, evenings and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Activity Director in providing group and individual resident activities.
• Maintain records, monitor supplies, and equipment used in activities.
• Keep activity spaces and storage areas organized and clean.

Skills

Communication

Verbal & written

Flexibility

Team interaction

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

STNA certification (preferred)

Job description

Ayden Healthcare of Toledo is currently seeking an Activities Assistant Part 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 toward residents, family members and co-workers.
• Ability to work independently and follow scheduled plans.