ACTIVITIES AIDE

Integritus Healthcare•Holyoke, MA

1d•$16 - $19

About The Position

Great opportunity to get paid to have fun! Activities Aides help to encourage socialization, provide entertainment, lead groups and more! Training is provided. Activities Aides help to encourage socialization, provide entertainment, relaxation and fulfillment, and improve daily living skills. From short term rehab and recovery to long term skilled nursing care, hospice services, restorative care, and even respite care, we are by your side. Name of your nursing home, has been caring for area families since 1989, providing top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating activity
Observe resident attendance, behavior, and degree of involvement during programs.
Encourage resident participation as deemed appropriate.
Transport residents to and from activities as needed.
Participate in discharge planning, development, and implementation of activity care plans and resident assessments.
Interview residents or family members to obtain activity information.
Assist in arranging for transportation for outings.
Coordinate activities with other departments and staff.
Assist with implementing and maintaining an ongoing quality assurance program for the activity department.
Perform administrative duties, i.e.. completing necessary forms, reports, etc.