Activities Assistant
About The Position
St Elizabeth Rehab & Nursing, a Vierra Communities property, is seeking a full-time Activities Assistant to support recreational programming for residents and patients in a skilled nursing setting. The role assists the Activities Director with planning and conducting activities that promote residents’ physical, social, and mental well-being. The assistant also documents participation and progress, observes residents’ responses, and coordinates with residents, families, and other departments. This is a non-exempt position and is designated as essential personnel. St Elizabeth Rehab & Nursing is described as a family-owned and operated community with a close-knit staff. Vierra Communities describes its culture as positive, supportive, and focused on innovation, leadership, warmth, compassion, and excellence. Its mission is to advance and redefine healthcare.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Motivation, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Activities Director in creating a monthly activities calendar in large print and posting it in a prominent location visible to residents and visitors.
- Ensure a copy of the monthly activities calendar is placed prominently in each resident’s room.
- Interview residents or family members to learn residents’ activity preferences.
- Coordinate and assist residents with getting to activity locations within the facility.
- Assist in conducting scheduled activities that promote residents’ physical, social, and mental well-being.
- Document resident attendance and ensure activity progress notes describe the services provided and the resident’s response.
- Observe residents’ mood, behavior, and involvement in activities, and report changes or concerns to the Activities Director.
- Involve residents and families in planning the activities program when possible.
- Assist with in-room activities for residents who benefit from one-on-one visits.
- Coordinate and arrange offsite field trips and transportation when necessary.
- Coordinate activity needs and requests with other departments courteously and promptly to help daily activities proceed without interruption.
- Assist with Resident/Family Council meetings as indicated.
Benefits
- Seven holidays
- Generous paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with immediate enrollment and employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Referral bonus program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
