Resident Activities & Wellness Coordinator

The Merriman; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including Medical,

401k with company match

Early Pay via Tapcheck!

Employee Perks & Discount program via“

PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holl

Referral Bonus Program

Mentorship Programs

Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunit

Continued Education Loan Repayment

Job summary

The Merriman is seeking an Activities Aide to support and implement resident-centered activity programs in our Akron facility. You will plan, schedule, and lead activities that promote physical, social, and mental well-being, while coordinating with care teams and families.

Responsibilities include organizing events, maintaining safe environments, and encouraging resident participation. A high school diploma and English proficiency are required, with opportunities for growth and supportive

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion.
• Must be knowledgeable of supply practices, procedures, and guidelines.
• Must possess the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreational, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual programs, in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your Supervisor.
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the Facility to assure that daily activities can be performed without interruption.
• Participate in community planning related to the interests of the Facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
• Interview residents or family members to obtain Activities information and involve residents and family members in planning Activities programs, when possible.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for Activities programs and assist in preparing Activities rooms and areas for scheduled Activities programs.
• Provide daily activities for residents, including but not limited to, scheduling movies, planning parties, and providing games and activities.
• Oversee residents engaged in scheduled activities to promote the physical, social, and mental well-being of residents.
• Make routine visits to residents and perform assistance with crafts, projects, etc., as necessary.
• Encourage residents to participate in Activities social activities to promote the physical, social, and mental well-being of residents.
• Adhere to all HIPAA requirements and honor the resident’s refusal of treatment request.

Skills

English language proficiency

Independent decision making

Follow written and oral instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Merriman is seeking an Activities Aide to support and implement resident-centered activity programs in our Akron facility. You will plan, schedule, and lead activities that promote physical, social, and mental well-being, while coordinating with care teams and families.

Responsibilities include organizing events, maintaining safe environments, and encouraging resident participation. A high school diploma and English proficiency are required, with opportunities for growth and supportive