Activity Aide PT

Murray Ridge Center; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Murray Ridge Center in Elyria, Ohio is looking for someone to develop and implement affordable leisure activities for individuals with developmental disabilities. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and the ability to assist adults with disabilities in physical activities.

The role requires good communication skills and a valid Ohio driver license. Responsibilities include working with program participants and collaborating with the Activity staff.

This part-time position offers 15 flexible hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must have First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Implement leisure recreational activities for program participants.
• Assist the Activity staff in various tasks.
• Work with individuals providing functional skills training.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Good oral and written communication

Ability to assist adults with disabilities

Motivated and organized

Education

High school diploma or GED

Education/training in developmental disabilities

Tools

Microsoft Word

iPad

Job description

Must have a high school diploma or GED. Must have basic computer skills.

Must have the ability to develop and implement affordable leisure recreational activities and activities that provide functional skills to individuals with developmental disabilities. Must be able to assist adults with disabilities in various physical activities. Ability to use computers to access and utilize email, the agency database, policy and procedure manuals, forms/templates and the internet.

Must be motivated, energetic, innovative and highly organized. Must possess good oral and written communication skills and have the ability to work effectively as a member of a team.

Must have a valid Ohio driver license and a fully insured, personal vehicle for agency use. Must possess and maintain a good driving record. Must demonstrate continuous satisfactory job performance. Must have a record of reliable work attendance.

Must be able to meet all requirements and obtain all certifications required to perform the job or any aspect of the job, and to access funding for performance of any aspect of that job. Must possess and maintain current First Aid and CPR certification.

Preferred:

Education/training beyond high school, especially in the field of DD. Experience in direct care service, i.e., nursing home, school, etc.

Prior experience developing and implementing affordable leisure recreational activities and activities that provide functional skills to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Prior experience using Microsoft Word and an iPad.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with program participants in their assigned work areas, implementing leisure recreational activities and activities that provide functional skills training.

Work with the Activity staff and Activity Committee implementing their ideas in the work areas.

HOURS:

15 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Flexible as needed.

SALARY:

Level 2

PROBATION:

This agency supports the full intent and goals of Equal Employment Opportunities and insures that all employees and applicants will be afforded equal opportunities for appointment, promotion, training, career advancement and recognition without regard to mental handicap, physical handicap, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or political affiliation.