Activities Assistant

Otterbein SeniorLife•Cortland, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Assistant is a key member. The primary goal is to plan and facilitate innovative programs, activities and events for the residents. You will support Total Quality Management efforts and participate in Quality Improvement committees from time to time.

Requirements

Must have strong program development and management skills
Must be creative and motivating to both individuals and groups of people
Must have a mission-driven passion for serving older adults
Must have excellent customer service skills, good judgement and decision-making skills
Must have excellent communication skills: listening, verbal and written
Must be detail oriented, able to prioritize and utilize effective time management skills and be flexible to adjust to impromptu situations on a regular basis
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule
Experience in programming and leading activities.

Nice To Haves

Associates/Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes and carries out a comprehensive program of activities, both within the facility and outside the facility, to stimulate and promote interest and general well-being
Prepares and maintains a monthly calendar of events with new and innovative programing, as well as traditional events, that covers recreation and educational development for residents as an integral part of total resident care
Encourages participation and socialization and monitors attendance
Prepares and distributes the monthly community newsletter

Benefits

Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
Vision & 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 immediately from day one
Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
Legal & Identity Theft Protection
University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work