Activities Assistant
About The Position
The Activities Assistant helps coordinate, supervise, and implement activities for residents. The role includes implementing a broad activity program that meets resident needs, planning and carrying out recreational and educational programming, and transporting residents to and from outings. This is a full-time position scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; some evenings and weekends may be included, and additional hours may be available as needed. Otterbein describes its team members as Partners in Caring and emphasizes person-centered care that respects residents and their choices.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- A caring, compassionate, energetic personality and a desire to provide entertaining and stimulating activities that enhance residents’ quality of life and holistic growth.
- Detail orientation and strong literacy, writing, documentation, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
- Willingness to drive a bus for resident outings.
Nice To Haves
- One to two years of experience assisting with activities is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in coordinating, supervising, and implementing activities.
- Implement a broad activity program to meet residents’ needs.
- Plan, direct, and carry out recreation and educational development programming.
- Transport residents to and from outings.
Benefits
- Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
- Vision and dental insurance
- Pet insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) that accrues from the first day
- Paid holidays
- DailyPay access to earned wages
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for any field of study
- Tuition discounts through partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
- Employee-sponsored crisis fund
- Legal and identity theft protection
- Partner discounts through Access Perks
- Personal and professional development materials through RightNow Media @ Work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
