Activities Assistant Full-Time Day Shift

Bethesda Health Group•Kirkwood, MO

16h•$15 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People! At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others. As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy great benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, and holiday pay. Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent
Must have knowledge of growth and development and show expertise for geriatric population
CPR Certification required or willing to obtain within 6 months of employment
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to perform necessary documentation in writing or through a computer
Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques and with assistance as necessary
Ability to lift and or move items with weights of 10 to 30lbs using proper lifting techniques and asking for assistance when necessary
Manual dexterity and skillful use of hands when working with patients and equipment

Nice To Haves

Continued education in Recreational Therapy or related field preferred
One-year geriatric experience preferred

Responsibilities

Completes resident's life-story overview
Coordinates person-centered meaningful activities
Participates in required departmental meetings and completes QAPI assignments
Records, updates, and maintains person-centered information into computerized documentation system (assessments, change of status, progress notes, MDS, attendance) ensuring State guidelines are met and Bethesda standards are followed
Develops monthly activity calendar per neighborhood using resident recommendations and input from all neighborhood disciplines
Implements planned activities
Prearranges supplies and equipment for neighborhood and person-centered activities
Works with neighborhood team members to set up and escort residents and guests to activity while initiating and encouraging participation
Cleans up after each activity is completed
Monitors activities in the activity center and keeps work area clean while ensuring resident safety at all times
May be assigned other duties as appropriate