Activities Assistant

Parkvistacc; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Early Pay via Tapcheck

Perks & Discount program via NES

PTO + Company Holidays + Floating/DT

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Parkvistacc in Youngstown, Ohio is seeking an Activities Aide to support residents through engaging programs and events. You will plan, implement, and evaluate recreational activities aligned with care plans while coordinating with the care team.

You will organize movies, parties, crafts, and community outings, ensuring a safe, respectful environment and HIPAA compliance. This role emphasizes empathy, communication, and the ability to work with diverse residents and families.

Qualifications

• Must understand English.
• Must be able to plan and run activities with residents.
• Ability to collaborate with other departments and staff to deliver programs.
• Must follow written and verbal instructions.
• Knowledge of safety practices and HIPAA considerations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs based on residents' assessments and care plans.
• Develop good rapport with other Facility departments to ensure activities run smoothly.
• Interview residents or family members to gather activity information and involve them in planning.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment for activities and prepare rooms for programs.
• Provide daily activities such as movies, parties, crafts, and games.
• Oversee residents during activities to promote physical, social, and mental well-being.
• Encourage resident participation in activities and social events.
• Adhere to HIPAA and respect residents’ preferences regarding treatment.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Activity planning

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Activities Aide

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Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreational, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual programs, in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your Supervisor.
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the Facility to assure that daily activities can be performed without interruption.
• Participate in community planning related to the interests of the Facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
• Interview residents or family members to obtain Activities information and involve residents and family members in planning Activities programs, when possible.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for Activities programs and assist in preparing Activities rooms and areas for scheduled Activities programs.
• Provide daily activities for residents, including but not limited to, scheduling movies, planning parties, and providing games and activities.
• Oversee residents engaged in scheduled activities to promote the physical, social, and mental well-being of residents.
• Make routine visits to residents and perform assistance with crafts, projects, etc., as necessary.
• Encourage residents to participate in Activities social activities to promote the physical, social, and mental well-being of residents.
• Adhere to all HIPAA requirements and honor the resident’s refusal of treatment request.

Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion.
• Must be knowledgeable of supply practices, procedures, and guidelines.
• Must possess the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

What We Offer: People-Centered Rewards

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k with company match
• Early Pay via Tapcheck!
• Employee Perks & Discount program via NES
• PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
• $Referral Bonus Program$
• Mentorship Programs
• Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities
• Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp