Activities Aide

Job Description

Activities Aide - Part Time

Facility:
Arbors at Stow

Embark on a fulfilling healthcare career with us and become part of a team that truly values your contributions. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward.

• One of Ohio’s Largest Providers of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Flexible Pay Options
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  Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet.
• Flexible Scheduling
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  We offer various scheduling options—ask us about what works for you!
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses
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  Earn extra by referring others to join our team.

We value your contributions, and we want you to experience the professional success and personal fulfillment that comes with making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.

Come see what a flexible part-time career opportunity at Arbors can mean for you!

The Resident Activity Assistant organizes and participates in person-specific activity programming, including one-to-one intervention, small group facilitation and large group presentations. Capable of documenting individual participation and value of approaches in medical record.

• Assists the resident activity director as needed.
• Utilizes the environment to provide both comfort and stimulation to the resident population.
• Fosters a sense of community within the center environment.
• Leads and participates in individual and group activities.
• Utilizes a variety of models to achieve individualized programming, such as pet therapy, music therapy, art therapy, etc.
• Assists with decorating the facility and preparing for special events and seasonal parties.
• Develops and posts monthly calendar as a planning resource for residents and families.
• Participates in recreational programs for residents confined to their rooms.
• Promotes volunteer efforts in the community.
• Maintains records of activities and attendance.
• Stores activity equipment and supplies and cleans area after conclusion of the activity.
• Utilizes the biopsychosocial model to support resident well-being.
• Provides or arranges for comfort/support to residents and families when needed.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

• Demonstrated willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
• Good listener.
• Builds rapport easily.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to work with residents/families facing end of life issues.