Jobs · OTHR · Oregon

Activity Assistant FT

Avamere · Sherwood, OR · 2 days ago
On-siteOTHR$17.45–$22.77/hrFull-time

Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities

  • Activity Planning & Implementation: Assist in developing and implementing a diverse range of activities, including games, exercise programs, arts and crafts, music sessions, and social events
  • Create activity schedules and calendars, ensuring a variety of options to cater to different interests and abilities
  • Prepare activity areas, gather necessary supplies, and ensure a safe and enjoyable environment
  • Lead group activities and engage residents in one-on-one interactions
  • Encourage participation in activities and provide support to residents who may need assistance
  • Observe residents' responses to activities and report any changes in their needs or behavior to the appropriate personnel
  • Maintain records of resident participation in activities, including attendance and feedback
  • Communicate with other staff members, volunteers, and families to coordinate activities and ensure resident needs are met

Other Duties

  • Transport residents to and from activities as needed
  • Auxiliary duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Prefer experience in long-term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and or critical care clinical setting
  • Experience in electronic medical records documentation
  • Must hold an active and unencumbered Driver's License
  • Experience with volunteer work and or activities work with the geriatric population
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Creative, flexible, patient and empathy working with the geriatric population
  • Able to make responsible choices and decisions, and act in a resident's best interest
  • Excellent verbal communication skills

Benefits

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
  • Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services

Company Information

We believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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