Activities Aide

Fingerlakes Health • Geneva, NY

42d

About The Position

The Activities Aide assists in providing organized activities that are appropriate to the needs and interests of each resident, encourages their voluntary choice of activities and participation, and promotes and maintains a sense of usefulness to self and others. Prepares initial and quarterly assessments. Maintains attendance sheets. Assists with performance improvement surveys.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent
• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant or become certified within 6 months of date of hire.
• BLS certification required through the RQI system during clinical orientation.
• Experience in long term care setting
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge about recreational activities

Nice To Haves

• College degree
• Activities experience or CNA training
• Knowledge of common physical and mental disorders of the long term care resident
• knowledge of activities programs and interventions

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing organized activities appropriate to resident needs and interests
• Encourages voluntary participation in activities
• Promotes and maintains a sense of usefulness to self and others
• Prepares initial and quarterly assessments
• Maintains attendance sheets
• Assists with performance improvement surveys

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees