Resident Activities & Engagement Assistant

Auburn Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation; Spencer (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation in Salem, Ohio seeks an Activity Assistant to enrich residents' daily lives through engaging activities and compassionate care. You will plan recreational and therapeutic programs, collaborate with the rehabilitation team, assist with assessments and care plans, and help with daily living tasks while maintaining safety and infection-control standards.

You will maintain accurate records and participate in care planning conferences with the

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and recreational therapy theories.
• Familiarity with assistive technology and adaptive equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement recreational and therapeutic activities for residents.
• Develop activities for diverse interests and abilities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet resident needs.
• Assist with resident assessments, care plans, and progress notes.
• Maintain records of activities and resident participation.
• Join care planning conferences and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Assist with daily living activities as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment following infection control policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adult learning principles

Recreational therapy theories

Assistive technology familiarity

Fast-paced work ability

Tools

Adaptive equipment

Job description

Auburn Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation in Salem, Ohio seeks an Activity Assistant to enrich residents' daily lives through engaging activities and compassionate care. You will plan recreational and therapeutic programs, collaborate with the rehabilitation team, assist with assessments and care plans, and help with daily living tasks while maintaining safety and infection-control standards.

You will maintain accurate records and participate in care planning conferences with the