Activities Assistant

Shady Nook is seeking an Activities Assistant for our skilled nursing facility in Lawrenceburg, IN! The Activities Assistant conducts activities for residents, under the direction of the Director of Activities. Shift(s)

Available:

Full-Time (Every other weekend required) 12p - 8pm Full time

Responsibilities:

The Activities Assistant is responsible for ensuring that the emotional, recreational, and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis. Assists residents to accomplish normal activities of living, ex: writing letters, making phone calls, registering to vote, etc. Assists with record keeping of residents' progress and activity attendance. Assist mail delivery, escorting residents to the activity programs, flower/plant care within the facility, pet/fish care, preparation of monthly newsletter, fund-raising efforts, and making morning announcements over P.A. system. Directs or carries out a program of activities which will provide entertainment, inter-communication, exercise, relaxation, and opportunities to express creative talents and fulfill basic psychological, social, and spiritual needs as planned by the Activities Director. Provides the resident with craft supplies, materials, and equipment and supervises patients during craft activities. Helps the residents to utilize their potential by encouraging them to work on crafts, paints, etc.

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited high school or GED preferred. Previous long-term care or experience working with the elderly or disabled is desirable Must be over 18 to apply

Benefits:

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including: Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision Care, Telemedicine Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Company-Paid Group Life Insurance, Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Commuter Benefits, Planned Time-Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick).

Dailypay:

The ability to freely view your paycheck as it accrues daily, with the option to withdraw it daily for nominal fee •New• Now offering

Education Assistance:

Get up to $5,250 per year towards tuition• or Get up to $2,625 per year towards paying off a Non-Federal Nursing Student Loan!• Benefits, as well as bonuses and variable compensation plans, are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.