Activities Assistant - Full Time

Volunteers of America•Durham, NC

8d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Join The Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE as an Activities Assistant - Full Time in Durham, NC. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Requirements

Must have one year’s experience working with the elderly population.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of the principles’ practices standards and techniques of the provision of recreational activities.
Knowledge of how to use and maintain materials and equipment of need to provide recreational activities.

Responsibilities

Leads and/or assists in large groups, small groups 1:1’s and individual activities (exercise, arts and crafts, games, current events, sensory, etc.).
Assists Activities Director/Recreation Therapist in assessing and reassessing participants’ functional status in relationship to participation in recreational activities.
Assists with the development and implementation of recreational activities that meet the interests, needs and capabilities of participants under the supervision of Activities Director or Recreation Therapist.
Completes assigned activity charting and reporting as assigned by Activities Director or Recreation Therapist.