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Assistant Activities Coordinator
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What they do
A Recreational Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving movement, sports, games, and other activities for brain stimulation. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.
$66,182 / year median in Arizona
+7% projected growth
Job Description
- Sign-on Bonus for Full-Time and Part-Time employees
Available Schedule:
Part-Time. Hours and days will be discussed during interview.BROAD SCOPE OF POSITION
Under the supervision of the Activities Coordinator, assist in the planning, coordination, and implementation of a comprehensive activities program designed to enrich the lives of residents. Encourage participation in social, recreational, educational, cultural, and wellness activities that support residents' physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being. Assist with activity preparation, event setup and cleanup, resident transportation to and from activities, community outings, and maintaining activity supplies. Foster meaningful relationships with residents and create a fun, engaging, and welcoming environment that promotes quality of life and resident satisfaction.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Work in conjunction with Activity Coordinator to create a program of activities for Assisted Living residents.
- Schedule, coordinate and implement an activity program to all residents, according to residents' abilities
- Prepare residents for meals and snacks and assist residents in dining room
- Keep proper records of care and activities implemented
- Follow all safety and infection control policies and procedures
- Maintain cleanliness of resident rooms, common areas, offices and corridors as scheduled. Ensure safety in all areas
- Attend all required in-service training
- Comply with and understand all resident rights issues
- Communicate all pertinent information to L.P.N., Activity Coordinator, and Executive Director
- Communicate with oncoming shift to ensure follow through of duties
- Report unsafe or hazardous conditions immediately
- Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION
(With or without the aid of mechanical devices)- Walking & Sitting
- Reaching, lifting, grasping
- Transferring residents
- Pushing and pulling
- Distinguishing smells, tastes and temperatures
- Hear and respond to resident emergency call system
SPECIAL SKILLS OR REQUIREMENTS
- Communications skills
- Maintain composure under stress
- Be able to identify and assist in emergency medical situations
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, community and State officials and general public
- Compassion and desire to work with frail and elderly
- Meet all State health requirements
- Able to work on full or part time regular schedule and on-call as needed
EDUCATION REQUIRED
- High school diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
- Experience in long term or geriatric care
- Experience in senior activity programs
BENEFITS
- Free employee meal during shift
- Employee appreciation events
- Holiday celebrations
- Early payday on Thursday with ADP direct deposit
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