Activities Assistant - Northland Heights

Hamister Group•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Activities Assistants at Northland Heights support the Recreation Director in providing recreation programs that help residents maintain an active and enjoyable lifestyle. They provide individualized planning and attention based on each resident’s recreation needs and interests, with the goal of offering interesting, stimulating, and enjoyable recreation services. The role includes helping plan and coordinate activities and events for residents and their loved ones; preparing and leading activities; encouraging and escorting residents to events; assisting with transportation, including driving a company vehicle; maintaining supplies and activity-area cleanliness; and keeping attendance and participation records.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to provide exceptional customer service.
Willingness to complete Direct Care Training.
Valid CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in a nursing facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Recreation Director in planning and coordinating activities and events for residents and their loved ones.
Prepare and lead activities as directed, and implement backup activities as needed.
Escort and encourage residents to attend and participate in activities and events.
Assist with resident transportation to events and activities inside and outside the facility, including driving a company vehicle.
Help maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment and report facility or resident needs to the Recreation Director.
Maintain general cleanliness of activity areas.
Maintain attendance and participation records for activities.