Activities Assistant - Full Time

Regina Health Center; Richfield Township (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Excellent health benefits

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Employer pension plan and 403(b) with

Tuition reimbursement

Great work environment

Job summary

Regina Health Center in Richfield, Ohio, seeks a full-time Activities Assistant to support and lead resident engagement programs in skilled nursing, dementia, and assisted living settings. The role runs 8:00 am–4:30 pm, five days per week, with one weekend per month and rotating holidays.

The assistant reports to the Director of Activities and helps run individual and group activities. Proficiency with computers and a creative approach to engaging residents are essential.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for providing care to elderly residents.
• Previous experience in nursing homes or assisted living is preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia care and aging issues is desirable.
• Strong communication skills with residents and staff.
• Experience in planning or organizing group activities is a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Scheduling flexibility to accommodate activity times.

Responsibilities

• Support activity programs for skilled nursing, dementia, and assisted living residents.
• Assist in conducting individual and group activities to provide meaningful engagement.
• Help plan and coordinate events and activities.
• Maintain computer proficiency and learn new programs as needed.
• Collaborate with the Director of Activities to run a smooth program.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience and empathy

Teamwork

Independence

Flexibility

Creativity

Event planning

Computer proficiency

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Regina Health Center is a mission-based skilled nursing and assisted living facility of excellence located on 230 beautiful acres in Richfield, Ohio. We are currently seeking a full-time Activities Assistant to work 5 days per week. A typical work week is 5 days from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, including one weekend per month and rotating holidays.

The Activities Assistant reports directly to the Director of Activities and supports activity programs for skilled nursing, dementia, and assisted living residents. The Activities Assistant will assist in conducting individual and group activities to provide meaningful engagement to our residents! Must be computer proficient and have the ability to learn new computer programs. Creativity is a must!

Requirements

• A genuine passion for providing care and support to elderly individuals.
• Previous experience in a nursing home or assisted living setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia care practices and aging issues is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to connect with residents.
• Experience in event planning or organizing group activities is a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate various activity times.

Education Requirements

HS Diploma or GED, activities experience in long-term care preferred, as well as experience working with those living with dementia.

We offer COMPETITIVE WAGES, an EXCELLENT health care benefits package, Paid Time Off (PTO), an employer pension plan and 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, tuition reimbursement, and a GREAT work environment!

Regina Health Center is committed to providing exceptional care to our residents in a faith-based, compassionate environment.

Come join a collaborative team that supports a fabulous mission while enjoying a great work environment!

If you are interested in applying for the position, please complete our online application today!

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