Activities Assistant

Briarfield Health Care Centers•Boardman, OH

8d•$12 - $12

About The Position

Briarfield Health Care Centers is hiring an Activity Assistant to work across its facilities in Mahoning and Columbiana Counties. The role assists with planning and implementing activities for the facility and its residents. The assistant works under the direction of the Activity Director and Executive Director, under general supervision, and should be creative, organized, efficient, and able to coordinate multiple activities while working without direct supervision. A genuine interest in geriatric work, patience, flexibility, tact, and a commitment to exceptional customer service are expected. The employee may also be asked to perform other duties within their competence and training. The work takes place in office areas, throughout the facility, and outdoors. Physical demands include stooping, bending, turning, stretching, pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, and walking during part of the shift. Visual and audio acuity are needed to detect changes in residents’ conditions. A high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in activities is preferred but not required. Pre-employment requirements include a physical, background check, and Mantoux (TB) test. Briarfield is a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Genuine interest in geriatric work and willingness to act in the facility’s best interest.
Positive, upbeat personality and ability to work cooperatively with others.
Strong communication skills and ability to work without direct supervision.
Ability to stay organized, manage time efficiently, and coordinate multiple activities.
Patience, flexibility, and tact when dealing with others.
Genuine concern for and ability to work with other adults.
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
Pre-employment physical, background check, and Mantoux (TB) test.

Nice To Haves

Experience in activities.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and implementing activities for the facility and its residents.
Work at the direction of the Activity Director and Executive Director.
Help design programs that encourage socialization and provide entertainment, relaxation, fulfillment, and improvement of daily living skills.
Perform other duties or tasks, within the employee’s competence and training, as requested.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance for full-time employees, effective the first of the month after hire.
Paid vacation.
Personal time.
Paid holidays for eligible employees.
Uniform reimbursement at hire and annually.
Direct deposit.
Annual increases.
Free CPR and First Aid certification.
401(k) with matching plan.
Discounted apartment rent.
Online marketplace shopping discounts.
Discounted gym membership at Creekside Fitness & Health Center.