Activities Leader

CommuniCare Health Services; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Activities Leader to enhance the lives of residents through engaging and meaningful activities. This full-time role involves planning and leading diverse activities, ensuring residents' participation, and advocating for their needs. Join a caring community dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents while working in a supportive environment. If you are energetic, passionate, and enjoy working with people, this opportunity allows you to make a positive impact every day.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

PTO

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in healthcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead various one-to-one and group activities for residents.
• Plan and schedule holiday and special events.
• Coordinate activity plans with other departments.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Decision Making

Basic Computer Literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Relevant Software Applications

Job description

Join to apply for the Activities Leader role at CommuniCare Health Services.

Chamberlin Healthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is currently recruiting for Activities Leaders to join our team.

Full-Time Positions Available

$14/hour and up. Varying Shifts Available.

Now Offering Daily Pay! Work today, get paid tomorrow!

We seek fun, energetic people to apply! Chamberlin Healthcare Center values our recreational staff. Our trained personnel encourage residents' socialization and community involvement. Join us to help turn the challenges of aging, rehabilitation, and recovery into positive experiences!

The successful candidate will be energetic, passionate, and creative. This role involves working directly with residents, so you must be gentle, responsible, and hardworking. Comfort with confused residents and a willingness to find fulfillment in small ways are essential.

Purpose/Belief Statement

The Activities Leader provides individualized activity care and services for residents, functioning as both a team member within the activities department and an interdisciplinary team member for an assigned unit(s). The role focuses on delivering quality care while managing resources effectively.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead various activities: one-to-one and group activities on/off assigned units, outings, and community events for a diverse population.
• Provide supplies and equipment for residents to participate in activities.
• Assist in planning, developing, coordinating, and evaluating resident-centered activities.
• Plan and schedule holiday and special events, religious services, outings, and community involvement.
• Assist with decorating for holidays and special events.
• Escort residents to and from activities as needed.
• Provide one-on-one follow-up with residents regarding behavioral episodes and interventions.
• Participate in community outings with residents.
• Arrange for specialized services (e.g., library, talking book) as needed.
• Post activity schedules, posters, and announcements; maintain bulletin boards.
• Coordinate activity plans with other departments regarding schedules, food, room arrangements, and transportation.
• Involve residents in planning and evaluating activities.
• Oversee resident participation in their activity programs.
• Advocate for residents' needs, interests, and rights.
• Participate in resident and family council meetings and community support groups.
• Contact families/significant others for activities and involve families in planning.
• Maintain up-to-date activity documentation.
• Assist in monitoring programming inside and outside the center.
• Support residents with ADL needs as required.
• Supervise volunteers and participate in fundraising events.
• Promote positive community relationships through outings and volunteer activities.
• Perform clerical duties and other related tasks.
• Attend training, education, and orientation sessions to enhance care quality.
• Follow departmental policies, safety standards, and quality improvement programs.

Qualifications, Knowledge/Skills & Abilities

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in healthcare settings preferred.
• Experience with relevant software applications preferred.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Excellent tactful communication skills with staff, residents, families, and the public.
• Ability to plan, organize, and conduct activities.
• Willingness to adopt new methods and principles.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Active state driver’s license; CDL may be required for larger vehicles.

Benefits

Competitive wages, PTO, and a menu of benefit options including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and Flexible Spending Accounts.

About Us

We are a family-owned company and one of the nation’s largest providers of post-acute care, including skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation centers. Since 1984, we have been committed to creating caring communities where staff, residents, and families care for and about each other.