Activity Assistant

Sapphire Rehabilitation & Care Center; Upper Arlington (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapphire Rehabilitation & Care Center in Ohio is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activities Department by delivering a therapeutic activity program aligned with resident needs and federal/state guidelines.

The role involves organizing small group and one-on-one activities, transporting residents to events, documenting participation, and assisting the Activities Coordinator with large group activities; requires high school diploma and good communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma
• Activity certification preferred.
• One year experience working in long term care setting is preferred.
• Desirable characteristics: energetic, good listener, considerate, flexible, patient, helpful, friendly, kind, and able to motivate others and generate enthusiasm.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with a wide variety of leisure time activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in contacting their family through mail, phone, and video calls.
• Help with constructing large calendars, decorating boards, and hanging calendars.
• Set up, coordinate, and lead small group and one on one activities as scheduled.
• Assist Activities Coordinator with large group activities.
• Transport residents to and from activities
• Distribute materials sent in for the blind.
• Document and record resident activity participation

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Enthusiasm

Patience

Motivation

Education

High School Diploma

Activity certification

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION: ACTIVITY ASSISTANT

DEPARTMENT: ACTIVITIES

SUPERVISOR: ACTIVITY DIRECTOR

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To provide a therapeutic activity program that meets all Federal and State guidelines as well as the needs and interests of all residents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of High School Diploma
• Activity certification preferred.
• One year experience working in long term care setting is preferred.
• Desirable characteristics: energetic, good listener, considerate, flexible, patient, helpful, friendly, kind, and able to motivate others and generate enthusiasm.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with a wide variety of leisure time activities.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1. 1. Assist residents in contacting their family through mail, phone, and video calls.
2. 2. Help with constructing large calendars, decorating boards, and hanging calendars.
3. 3. Set up, coordinate, and lead small group and one on one activities as scheduled.
4. 4. Assist Activities Coordinator with large group activities.
5. 5. Transport residents to and from activities
6. 6. Distribute materials sent in for the blind.
7. 7. Document and record resident activity participation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Requires ability to perform office/clerical duties and use computer.
• Requires participation in and leading of direct physical activities, indoors and out.
• Requires standing and walking frequently throughout the working day.
• Job involves reaching, bending, stooping, bending, lifting, carrying and manipulating various supplies and equipment.
• Involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, infections, illnesses and/or loud noises.

POSITION CONTENT:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Requires ability to perform office/clerical duties and use computer.
• Requires standing and walking intermittently throughout the working day.
• Job involves reaching, bending, stooping, bending, lifting, carrying, and manipulating various supplies and equipment.
• Involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud

Work Environment:

• Settings: Skilled Nursing Facility
• Work Hours: Full-time, part-time

Job Classification:

• Hourly

Notice Requirement:

• 2 Week notice

POSITION CONTENT

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.

I have read the above job description and fully understand the contents therein. I shall abide by these rules to the best of my ability.