ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Medicine, Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, DC, is hiring for a full-time day-shift role in activities/programs for residents. This clerical and administrative position focuses on creating engaging programs that promote independence and social engagement for elderly residents.

Responsibilities include developing weekly and monthly activity plans, evaluating programs for residents' backgrounds and abilities, providing one-to-one activities, and supervising volunteers for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; an associate degree or two years of college coursework preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong empathy for elderly residents; leadership and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement person-centered activity programs fostering engagement and independence.
• Create and manage weekly and monthly activity schedules.
• Evaluate therapeutic/activities programs to reflect residents' backgrounds, participation, abilities, interests, and cognitive capacity.
• Provide one-to-one activities for residents uncomfortable with group activities.
• Supervise volunteers for in-house activities and community outings.

Skills

Empathy for elderly residents

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Decisive thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or two years of college

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Smart TVs

Smartphones

Tablets

Home entertainment devices

Job description

Job Details

• Requisition # 675344
• Location: Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington, DC 20016
• Category: Clerical and Administrative Support
• Schedule: Day Shift
• Employment Type: Full Time

You were meant for Hopkins. Sibley Memorial Hospital,is a private, not-for-profit, community health care provider, governed by a community-based board of trustees. We can offer the most advanced, innovative technology with the collaboration and teamwork typically found in a community hospital. Our exceptional employee development programs offer unlimited career growth potential.

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Paid Time Off
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Location

Sibley Memorial Hospital

Washington D.C.

Shift

Days/FT

Travel

• Occasional travel may be required for off-site resident outings and community events.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required; an associate degree or completion of at least two years of college coursework is preferred.

General Job Knowledge

• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures, use of equipment and Hospital and departmental policies necessary for job performance.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement person-centered programs, fostering engagement and independence. Familiarity with recreational therapy practices is advantageous.
• Create and manage weekly and monthly activity programs that are engaging and promote independence.
• Evaluate therapeutic programs to ensure they reflect residents' backgrounds, participation, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity, and related skills.
• Provide one-to-one activities for residents who are uncomfortable participating in group activities.

• Supervise volunteers for in-house activities and community outings.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong empathy and compassion for elderly residents.
• Leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with team members.
• Ability to make independent decisions when necessary.
• Strong communication skills with residents, families, and staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Tech-savvy with experience in smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, and home entertainment devices.

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Benefit Package

• Full medical, dental, and vision plans,
• Retirement plans,
• Paid time off (PTO),
• Tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents,
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Important Notices

• Authorization to Work in the United States:Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.