Activities Assistant
About The Position
Christian Health has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Activities Assistant to join our Longview department. The Activities Assistant will be responsible for assisting with planning, developing and organizing recreational programs in accordance with existing federal, state and local standards, to assure that the spiritual, emotional, physical, intellectual, recreational and social needs of the residents are being met on an ongoing, individual basis. Provides assistance with meal service. Demonstrates an understanding of, and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.
- Willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on their highest practical functioning level.
- Possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing activity programs.
- Must have a sincere desire to work with the elderly.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates an understanding of Assisted Living Principles including Resident choice, privacy, independence, dignity in all interactions with resident.
- Reports observations/changes in resident condition to nurse.
- Accurately records daily attendance in a timely manner and adding any comments of behaviors, as needed.
- Provides coverage at front reception desk.
- Assists with implementing activity programs.
- Publicizes programs among the residents and encourages participation.
- Assists in maintaining activity equipment.
- Assists with distribution of individual calendars, inform residents/families to activities available.
- Assists with gathering to and assistance during meals.
- Assists Activity Coordinator with facility outings.
- Forwards requests for activity supplies to Activity Director and/or Coordinator.
Benefits
- 401k plan for all employees who are 21 years old or older
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Direct Deposit
- Credit Union
- Child Day Care Center on campus
- Gift shop on campus
- Free onsite parking on campus
- Pay differentials
- Exclusive employee discounts and special offers
- Access to earned wages prior to payday
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
