32hrs per week

Boundary Community Hospital•Bonners Ferry, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Aide assists in planning, organizing, and directing activity programs for residents. These activities may include sports, dramatics, nature study, social activities, games, and arts and crafts, all in accordance with resident needs. The Activities Aide also prepares reports on resident progress as required.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
CPR and First Aid training required upon hire.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Word.
Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) training preferred.
Past experience working with the elderly preferred.
A sincere interest and concern for the well-being of the elderly person.

Responsibilities

Schedules monthly activities under the supervision of the Activities Coordinator.
Provides the Activities Director with a list of needed supplies.
Maintains accurate records of all proceedings and transactions pertaining to residents.
Implements programs to fit individual needs.
Responsible for all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of the governing organizations.
Interacts with other departments such as Nursing, Maintenance, CNA’s, Nutritional Services, Activities Director, other activities aides, Environmental Services, and Social Services.
Keeps records of resident participation/response and assessments sheets.
Responsible for maintaining resident’s rights.
Completes annual review and keeps current CPR certification and PPD.
Maintains required education credits as per facility policy and as set forth for the Extended Care Facility.
Receives and places confidential information with courtesy, accuracy, and respect at all times.
Communicates to nursing staff unusual behaviors or conditions of residents.
Monitors the physical environment of the Extended Care Facility and notifies by appropriate means the departments responsible.
Adheres to the guidelines set forth in the facilities Personnel and Policy and Procedure Manuals.