Activities Assistant

Coalinga Regional Medical Center•Coalinga, CA

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About The Position

The Activities Assistant provides routine care and services to clients in support of the medical model of care in the Activities Department. The role assists the Activity Director with coordinating and implementing a comprehensive activity program and programs that address clients’ individual needs. The position requires a valid C.N.A. license, communication skills, and the ability to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where appropriate. Previous experience in a health care setting is a plus. A high school diploma or GED, three to six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination is desired. The employee implements group and individual activities, supports clients’ mental health and social needs, respects client choices, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality, and reports abnormal changes in clients’ body functioning to a licensed nurse. The position also involves collaboration with clients’ families and interdisciplinary teams, compliance with workplace safety and infection-control procedures, and responding appropriately to facility emergency and disaster instructions. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Valid C.N.A. license.
At least 18 years of age.
Oral and written communication skills.
Freedom from illegal drug use and from the use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
Must not have been found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting, or mistreating individuals in a health-care-related setting.
Able to perform the essential functions and duties satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
High school diploma or GED, three to six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is desired.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a health care setting.

Responsibilities

Implement interactive daily programs, including large and small groups, special events, and community outings.
Provide one-to-one programming for clients who are unable or unwilling to participate in group programs.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
Write and implement measurable goals to meet each client’s individual needs.
Prioritize tasks and responsibilities and complete duties and projects within the allotted time.
Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and report them to a licensed nurse.
Meet clients’ mental health and social needs.
Remain aware of developmental tasks and physiological changes associated with aging.
Maintain and support clients’ right to make personal choices.
Work effectively with clients’ families.
Treat clients kindly and respectfully, protect their dignity and privacy, and maintain confidentiality of client information.
Follow facility workplace-safety policies and procedures, including infection control, universal precautions for bloodborne pathogens, personal protective equipment use, and hazardous-material handling.
Know facility emergency and disaster procedures, locate the nearest exit, and understand and follow written and oral emergency instructions.
Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor.