Activities Assistant

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) • Ramsey, MN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Assistant will coordinate social, recreational, purposeful and spiritual activities to residents, whose needs include psychological, physical, and cognitive challenges. Anoka RLC is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization. At Anoka Rehab & Living Center, our approach to care grows out of respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn’t diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention and concern for emotional and spiritual wellbeing are at the core of how we help every resident feel cherished and at home.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent education is preferred.
• Preference given to persons who have completed courses in therapeutic recreation.
• Minimum one year experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• If operating company vehicle you must be twenty-one (21) years of age and meet the MVR organization standards.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written and oral instructions; to prepare written reports and documentation.
• Ability to work with residents of varying levels of responsiveness.
• Motor coordination and manual dexterity required in working with craft projects and other resident activities.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during evenings and weekends for planned activities events.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with social activities and recreational programs that provide spiritual, physical, social, and intellectual challenges for facility residents.
• Assist Therapeutic Recreation Director in coordinating Residents' Council meetings.
• Assist with coordinating printing and supply needs for activities and special events.
• Perform assigned cleaning responsibilities of equipment and work areas.
• Initiate reporting and documentation procedures as assigned.
• Assist with the development, printing and distribution of resident newsletter.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED