Activity Assistant

Laurelwood-Assisted-Living-; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurelwood Assisted Living in Dayton, OH is seeking an Activity Assistant with a compassionate mindset and a passion for helping seniors. You will plan and lead engaging programs tailored to residents' interests and abilities.

As a self-starter, you’ll promote social, cognitive, and physical activities, communicate upcoming events, and foster lasting trust with residents and their families. This role requires reliability and a genuine commitment to residents' well-being.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Organize and plan programs, activities, events, and entertainment to enhance the lives of our residents.
• Promote initiatives that inspire spiritual, cognitive, social, physical, and creative expressions.
• Promote and communicate upcoming activities and events to encourage participation.
• Determine appropriate activity levels based on residents' cognitive and physical abilities.

Skills

Strong communication

Personal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We’re looking for an Activity Assistant with a compassionate mindset and a passion for helping seniors. A self-starter with enthusiasm and initiative. This team member loves caring for patients and knows how to develop lasting trust. Could this be you?

Responsibilities

• Organize and plan programs, activities, events, and entertainment to enhance the lives of our residents.
• Promote initiatives that inspire spiritual, cognitive, social, physical, and creative expressions.
• Promote and communicate upcoming activities and events to encourage participation.
• Determine appropriate activity levels based on residents' cognitive and physical abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Strong communication and personal skills
• Valid driver's license