An Activities Director oversees the therapeutic and recreational activities for geriatric groups. They may work in a retirement home, nursing home, senior center or healthcare setting.
We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Activity Aid to join our team at Joliet Living and Rehab Center LLC. As an Activity Aid, you will play a vital role in planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual programs for our residents. This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our seniors and contribute to their overall well-being.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating activity programs and quality assurance programs for the Activities Department Observe resident attendance, mood, behavior, and degree of involvement to evaluate facility activities and resident progress Develop and maintain good working relationships with other departments to ensure seamless daily activities Create and maintain a positive and calm environment throughout the facility Prepare activity rooms/areas for scheduled programs, recommend equipment and supply needs, and assist in cleaning up after activities Follow care plans and provide daily activities for residents Purchase department supplies, clothing, and personal items for residents Maintain confidentiality of resident care information and follow facility guidelines Oversee residents engaged in scheduled activities to promote their physical, social, and mental well-being Assist in-room residents with various tasks and activities
Qualifications:
Experience in Long Term Care Activities Department is preferred Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, with the ability to handle residents based on their individual needs Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Physical Demands:
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of this position Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile people within the facility Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations How to
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If you are a motivated and caring individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors, please apply to this exciting opportunity. We look forward to reviewing your application! IND123
