Activity Assistant

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Retirement Services•Warren, OH

About The Position

The Activity Assistant plans and implements activities that meet residents’ needs. The role assists the Activities Director in making activities available to all residents, supports resident engagement and social communication, and helps organize activities and events inside and outside the facility. Shepherd of the Valley is a Christian not-for-profit healthcare community guided by compassion, respect, dignity, spirituality, integrity, and quality. Its services include short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, independent living, and home health.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Current Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driving record and proof of insurance.
Meet Driver Certification requirements.
Ability to demonstrate warmth, compassion, and respect for older adults.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, and creativity in planning activities.
Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.
Pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

Assist the Activities Director in planning and carrying out an activities program that meets residents’ needs and is available to all residents.
Maintain documentation required by state and federal regulations.
Assist with activities inside and outside the facility to stimulate and promote resident interest and participation, including entertainment, holiday events, and religious activities.
Promote social communication among residents through group activities and recreation.
Encourage residents to participate in activities.
Work with volunteers in various activity programs.
Assist in planning and preparing the monthly activity calendar.