Activities Assistant

Appling Healthcare•Baxley, GA

About The Position

Job Summary: The Pavilion Activities Director is responsible for the development and implementation of resident activities and assisting the Pavilion Administrator with tasks.

Requirements

Adheres to dress code – appearance is neat and clean. Wears identification while on duty.
Demonstrates dependability by reporting to work on time and as scheduled.
Completes annual education requirements timely, including all local, state, federal, and accredited body regulations.
Maintains regulatory requirements, including all local, state, federal, and accredited body regulations.
Maintains confidentiality at all times.
Works at maintaining good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with all staff, volunteers, students, patients, residents, affiliates, and visitors.
Represents the facility in a positive and professional manner.
Ensures compliance with policies and procedures including but not limited to department operations, fire, safety, and infection control.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
High School Diploma or Equivalent is preferred but not required.
Current CNA certification in the State of Georgia.
Current BLS certification. (Must obtain within 90 days of hire).
State Activities Director Certification Required.

Nice To Haves

Previous clinical experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Interviews residents and families on admission and as needed to obtain relevant activity history and care planning.
Assigns duties and delegates responsibilities to assistants and volunteers.
Organizes and carries out individual resident and group activities.
Participates in Care Plans and Conferences on behalf of residents.
Organizes events and holidays.
Schedules monthly activities and distributes resident calendars.
Orders and maintains supply of recreation equipment.
Arranges transportation for special programs and group outings.
Prepares and maintains up-to-date records for each resident.
Prepares and keeps current record of residents’ participation in activities.
Documents quarterly resident participation in activity and social events, significant changes, and yearly assessments.
Provides input on the residents’ Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment.
Provides Reality Orientation (RO) including verbal and RO boards.
Decorates the facility for seasonal events and holidays.
Assists residents that need to be fed at meal times.
Assists with shopping for personal items for residents.
Assists with the Resident Council.
Assists as a backup CNA.
Performs other job-related duties as requested.