Activities Assistant - Part-time

The Village of St Edward; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off (PT & FT)

Tuition and Certification Reimbursment

403b (with employer match) (PT & FT)

Free CEU opportunities

Developmental Training Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Programs with Rewards!

Monthly Staff Recognition Events

Employee Referral Bonuses

Emergency Support Fund

Job summary

The Village of St. Edward in Fairlawn, OH is seeking an Activities Assistant to support resident programs in the Nursing Care setting. You will help coordinate activities to engage residents and promote well-being within a caring community.

The position is part-time (24 hours per week) with shifts from 8:00a to 4:30p and may include evenings, weekends and holiday rotations. A compassionate, respectful approach and reliable transportation are essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s license in good standing.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Availability to work on weekends, evenings, and some holidays.
• Must have an understanding of the needs of older adults and be able to plan activities accordingly.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing, directing and carrying out activity programs for residents.
• Provide diverse programs, outings, live entertainment and more.
• Support residents through compassionate and respectful interactions.
• Coordinate with staff to ensure safety and engagement during activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience and empathy

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

Activities Assistant - Fairlawn Campus, Nursing Care
Part-time 24 hours per week - 8:00a-4:30p
May occasionally work evenings, special events
Holiday Rotation
Do you like working with the elderly? You can make a difference in their lives through meaningful activities while simultaneously having a job you truly enjoy! In the Activities Department, we strive to make each day enjoyable for the residents of our facility through providing interesting and diverse programs, outings, live entertainment and more!
We are seeking an individual who is Committed, Kind, Knowledgeable and Respectful to assume the Activities Assistant position.
The Village of St. Edward offers:

• A kind and welcoming work environment
• Exceptional Team Environment
• Low resident/patient to staff ratio
• Competitive wages with regular analysis
• Generous Paid Time Off (PT & FT)
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403b (with employer match) (PT & FT)
• Free CEU opportunities
• Developmental Training Opportunities
• Community Involvement Events
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Wellness Programs with Rewards!
• Monthly Staff Recognition Events
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Emergency Support Fund
• Ride Share Program
• Discounts on cell phones, etc..
• And More!
  

The Village of St. Edward is a not-for-profit organization that supports each person as a valued member of this community. We foster a compassionate environment by promoting excellence in service and a community of belonging with Christ-centered care. Core Values: Benevolence, Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Kindness!
Summary Of Position
In accordance with the mission and values of The Village of St. Edward, the Activities Assistant assists in organizing, directing and carrying out a program of activities which covers spiritual development, recreation, diversion, intellectual/educational development for residents as an integral part of total resident care.
REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s license in good standing.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Walk, stand and sit intermittently during the day.
• Availability to work on weekends, evenings, and some holidays.
• Occasionally works with animals
• Must have an understanding of the social, psychological and recreational needs of older adults on a continuum of care campus and must be able to plan and organize activities geared to these needs.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm and must be able to work effectively with people.
• Must possess strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have reliable transportation
  

Resident Life, Activities, Assistants, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care