Resident Activities Specialist

The Pavilion at Edgefield for Nursing and Rehabilitation; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages and Benefits Package

401(K) Plan

Paid Time Off

Positive and compassionate environment

Supportive Leadership team

Additional incentives

Job summary

The Pavilion at Edgefield in Canton, OH seeks an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in creating and delivering engaging programs for residents, aligned with care plans and facility policies.

You will help schedule, document attendance, coordinate trips and in-room activities, assist with council meetings, and communicate with residents, families and other departments to ensure smooth daily activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to successfully pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating resident activity programs to promote well-being.
• Create a monthly activity calendar in large print and post it where residents and visitors can see it.
• Interview residents or families to determine activity preferences.
• Coordinate transportation and leading residents to activity locations within the facility.
• Conduct scheduled activities to promote physical, social, and mental well-being.
• Document activity attendance and progress notes with resident responses.
• Observe mood and engagement; report changes to the Activities Director.
• Involve residents and families in planning activities when possible.
• Assist with in-room activity programs for one-on-one visits.
• Coordinate offsite field trips and transportation when necessary.
• Coordinate needs with other departments to ensure daily activities run smoothly.
• Assist with Resident/Family Council meetings as indicated.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Pavilion at Edgefield in Canton, OH seeks an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in creating and delivering engaging programs for residents, aligned with care plans and facility policies.

You will help schedule, document attendance, coordinate trips and in-room activities, assist with council meetings, and communicate with residents, families and other departments to ensure smooth daily activities.