Activities Assistant - Full-Time or Part-Time

National Church Residences; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

Retirement plan with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Wellbeing programs

Disability coverage

Job summary

National Church Residences is seeking an Activities Assistant at Inniswood Village in Westerville, Ohio. The role supports the Life Enrichment program for seniors in independent living, assisted living, and memory care settings.

The job involves developing activities, leading volunteers, and occasionally representing the director when they are away, with opportunities to run a wide range of events and programs for residents.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 3–5 years working with the elderly preferred, but not required.
• Good communication, comprehension, and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation.
• Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and the internet.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Life Enrichment/Life Enrichment Leader in developing life enrichment activities.
• Assist in directing and supervising all volunteers.
• Act on behalf of the Director of Life Enrichment whenever they are not in the facility.
• Lead activities on scheduled workdays.
• Plan and run art and craft programs.
• Organize games and activities such as bingo, trivia, Wordle, Connections, cornhole, pickleball, beach volleyball, etc.
• Plan and host seasonal celebrations.
• Organize programs such as men’s group, armchair travel, happy hour, and game tournaments.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Internet

Job description

Activities Assistant - Full-Time or Part-Time

Inniswood Village - Westerville, OH

About Us

Inniswood Village in Westerville, OH is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community with a team of health care professionals that is unmatched in the area. We are owned and operated by National Church Residences , the nation's largest provider of affordable senior housing and health care services.

The Role

We are seeking an Activities Assistant who will share in our vision to advance better living and care for seniors.

Essential Functions

• Assist the Director of Life Enrichment/Life Enrichment Leader in developing life enrichment activities
• Assist in directing and supervising all volunteers
• Act on behalf of the Director of Life Enrichment whenever they are not in the facility
• Lead activities on scheduled workdays
• Plan and run art and craft programs
• Organize community games such as bingo, trivia, Wordle, Connections, cornhole, pickleball, beach volleyball, and more
• Plan and host seasonal celebrations
• Organize programs such as men's group, armchair travel, happy hour, and game tournaments

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Three to five years working with the elderly preferred, but not required
• Good communication, comprehension, and interpersonal skills
• Reliable transportation
• Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and the internet

Desired Qualifications

• Background in teaching or leading educational programs
• Experience in event planning
• Knowledge of senior fitness and activities
• Background in the arts, crafting, and/or gardening
• Interest in history, theater, music, literature, and design/visual arts
• Strong organizational skills
• Comfort with various technologies
• Working knowledge of Microsoft
• Ability to drive a 12-passenger bus

Personal Qualities

• Engaging personality
• High energy
• Patience and compassion
• Motivation and initiative
• Adaptability
• Team contribution
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to occasionally lift 30 lbs.

Benefits

• Medical: PPO and HDHP with HSA; National Church Residences pays, on average, 75-80% of all costs
• Dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance , plus flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Retirement plan with pre-tax contributions and a 100% match up to 5% of pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts on tickets, retail, and more
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance
• Wellbeing programs , including an employee assistance program (EAP), tobacco cessation, weight loss, and more

Programs may vary depending on full-time, part-time, or contingent status.

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