Student Activities Officer jobs in Akron, OH

Essential Functions:

• Assists the resident activity director as needed.

• Utilizes the environment to provide both comfort and stimulation to the resident population.

• Fosters a sense of community within the center environment.

• Leads and participates in individual and group activities.

• Utilizes a variety of models to achieve individualized programming, such a pet therapy, music therapy, art therapy, etc.

• Assists with decorating the facility and preparing for special events and seasonal parties.

• Develops and posts monthly calendar as a planning resource for residents and families.

• Participates in recreational programs for residents confined to their rooms.

• Promotes volunteer efforts in the community.

• Maintains records of activities and attendance.

• Stores activity equipment and supplies and cleans area after conclusion of the activity.

• Utilizes the biopsychosocial model to support resident well-being.

• Provides or arranges for comfort/support to residents and families when needed.

• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated willingness to learn new modalities and approaches.
  
• Good listener.
• Builds rapport easily.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to work with residents/families facing end of life issues.