Activities Assistant Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

Activities Assistant Confidential Atlanta, GA 30329 We are looking for dynamic, talented, highly motivated Activities Assistant to add to our team in fulfilling our highest priority, providing quality care to our residents.

DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Administrator and Activities Director the Activities Assistant, coordinates and implements a therapeutic activity program on a daily basis to meet the individual needs and interests of the patients in accordance with current existing federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures, to assure that the activity needs of our residents are met/maintained on an individual basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Implements a schedule of daily activities to meet the needs and interests of the facility’s residents. Develops and maintains an appropriate schedule of activities for residents who are unable to leave their rooms. Evaluates each resident according to his background, interests, abilities, physical limitations and need for the purpose of planning a meaningful program. Establishes an individualized activity plan for each resident and reviews and modifies the plan as needed. Maintains records which indicate individual resident’s attendance, participation and response to the program. Makes timely and accurate entries as necessary in residents medical record, including but not limited to assessments, MDS, activity notes, care plans, ect. Participates in completing appropriate sections of the MDS as necessary. Establishes and maintains an active volunteer program which includes screening, training and supervision of volunteers. Conducts in-service training with reference to the purpose of the activity program and its relationship to the overall care of the residents. Attends and participates in in-service training programs and staff meetings. Supervision of Activity Department personnel and other departments as directed by the Director of Nursing , Charge Nurse, and Administrator. Effectively utilizes community resources to augment the activity program. Serves on Resident Care Policy Committee, or any other committee as appointed. Assists in budget planning for Activity department and agrees to follow budget set forth by Administration and Activity Department. Maintains and replenish supplies and equipment as needed. Recommends to the Director/Administrator the equipment and supply needs. Agrees to take good care of all equipment and supplies, and to conserve without wasting. Follows and adheres to all resident rights. Abides by all infection control, safety and sanitation, and all other policy and procedures set forth by this facility. Passing and assisting residents with nourishment as assigned. Helping to assist residents at mealtimes as assigned Will keep activity room and any space utilized by department clean, neat, and orderly at all times. Storage areas will be maintained and kept organized.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.00 – $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Ability to

Commute:

Atlanta, GA 30329 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Atlanta, GA 30329: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person