Resident Activities & Wellness Coordinator

Ohio Living; Monroe (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Living in Monroe, OH is seeking an Activities Assistant to support programs that enhance residents' physical, mental and social wellbeing. You will assist with hobbies, crafts, and transportation, and help create engaging activities.

The role emphasizes care, compliance, and teamwork; requires reading and communicating in English; prior long-term care experience preferred; weekend/evening availability may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year activities experience preferred.
• Two years experience in long-term care, hospital, or related healthcare setting preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Performs day to day activity functions to provide programming that meets residents' interests and well-being.
• Encourages and assists residents to participate in hobbies and crafts.
• Assists bed-bound residents by visiting, writing/reading letters, providing materials for hobbies, etc.
• Makes routine visits to residents and assists with crafts, projects, etc.
• May transport residents to/from dining areas and accompany to off-site activities.
• Interacts with residents to ensure quality care and positive resident/staff relations.
• Maintains relationships with resident family members and responds to requests or concerns.
• Coordinates scheduled parties, movies, games/activities appropriate for residents.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ohio Living in Monroe, OH is seeking an Activities Assistant to support programs that enhance residents' physical, mental and social wellbeing. You will assist with hobbies, crafts, and transportation, and help create engaging activities.

The role emphasizes care, compliance, and teamwork; requires reading and communicating in English; prior long-term care experience preferred; weekend/evening availability may be required.