Activity Assistant

Purpose of Your Job Position:

The Activity Assistant organizes and facilitates activities for various groups of residents.

Expectations and Responsibilities:

As part of an interdependent team of skilled and caring people the Activity Aide must act in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Activity Director to assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and physical, mental, and psycho social well being of each resident. Administrative Functions Creating a variety of activities that encourage socialization, physical activity and recreation. This includes music, art and sports. Indoor and outdoor activities as well as in room activities. Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Activity Director and/or Administrator. Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for the identification of medically related activity needs of the residents. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family as directed by the Activity Director. Participate in discharge planning; development and implementation of activity care plans and resident assessments as directed. Assist in maintaining a balance of recreational activities based on the particular demographics of the residents. Assist in coordination of activity schedules with other departments as necessary. Communicate residents' programs to residents, residents' families, volunteers, and facility staff. Assist in preparing monthly activity calendars for posting in the facility and for individual distribution to residents, families, community and staff. Assist in preparation of monthly report of activity program. Prepare monthly bulletin board indicating future activities, holiday themes, and/or picture review of past activities. Assist in transportation of residents within the facility from one area of activity to another. Participate in group activities to ensure maximum involvement by interested residents. Help read incoming mail, and address and post outgoing mail upon the resident's request. Arrange transportation for field trips as requested. Miscellaneous Activity Functions Assist in scheduling movies, planning parties, and providing games/activities for residents. Encourage residents to participate in hobbies, crafts and other activities. Provide materials as necessary. Supervise activities as necessary. Provide reading materials in various formats i.e., Braille, tapes, large print, etc. as necessary. Assist in providing library services for residents through cooperation with local library. Make routine visits to residents and perform assistance with crafts, projects, etc. as necessary. Arrange for special events i.e., bazaars, picnics, birthdays, anniversaries as necessary. Assist bed bound residents by visiting them, writing letters, running errands, reading, etc

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$9.25 - $10.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance

Work Location:

In person