Activities Assistant

The Village at Germantown•Germantown, TN

42d

About The Position

Assist the Activities Coordinator of the Health Center in providing activities for all residents. He/she will be involved with planning, participating in and completing designated programs for residents. He/she shall assist the Activities Coordinator in areas of resident, staff, and family relations. At times, he/she will be solely responsible for implementing and supervising designated programs/activities.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent, with knowledge of the practical application of activity skills, such as computer, networking, scheduling, attention to detail.
Good interpersonal skills, including group dynamics and teamwork.
Good verbal and written communication skills, with functional literacy in English necessary.
Cheerfulness, positive attitude, and ability to motivate people.
Genuine liking and respect for the elderly. Must possess patience and understanding of elderly.
Ability to work independently and with supervision.
Basic knowledge of audio-visual equipment.
Must be in good physical and mental health.

Responsibilities

Assist the Activities Coordinator of the Health Center in the planning, development and implementation of activities which enrich the lives of the residents.
Develop, plan, implement and evaluate activities/programs.
Assist with documentation: daily attendance forms, activity questionnaire.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the Health Center and other departments of the community. Cooperate with other departments in meeting the needs of the residents.
Work with volunteers - assist in work direction of volunteers as needed.
Prepare rooms, equipment and supplies prior to each activity, and clean up after each activity.
Assist with development of the monthly calendar, including providing creative input, ideas, and suggestions for programs and volunteer recruitment.
Assist with field trips, travel and outings.
Maintain safe activity environment by using appropriate preventive maintenance, cleaning and storage.
Attend staff in-services/meetings and educational seminars as requested.
Follow established chain of command concerning department and community business.
Encourage resident participation in activities.
Assist Activities Coordinator for the Health Center in evaluating effectiveness of program, individual needs, and participation levels of each resident.
Basic computer skills.
Consistently project positive, cooperative, self-motivated, and courteous behaviors to all residents, family members, visitors, and team members.
Assure proper supplies are available before activities are begun. Provide guidance to Nursing staff in getting participants to events with adequate notice.
Assist in setting up theme and holiday decorations and in storing the decorations safely afterwards.
Promote all events at meal times you are present by making table visits and inviting all.
Interviews and assesses all residents prior to the initial care plan conference and includes assessment information in the medical record.
Develops and updates assessment plan as needed and according to state regulations.
Assist with media correspondence, mailings, newsletters, bulletin boards, in-house TV systems and displays.
Complete other duties as assigned, appropriate to the activity program.