Activities Assistant

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)•Louisville, KY

54d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Join The Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE as a Activities Assistant in Louisville, KY (Jefferson County). 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 Kentucky 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

HS diploma or equivalent
Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
Must have one year’s experience working with the frail or elderly population.
Must be able to pass Background Check and Drug Screen.
Knowledge of how to use and maintain materials and equipment of need to provide recreational activities.
Knowledge of safety requirements when providing and implementing recreational.
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, coworkers, medical staff, and the public.
Able to identify and recommend problem resolution.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Nice To Haves

Must have one year experience providing activities programming to elderly population.
CNA or PCA experience
Bilingual skills are a plus!

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Activities Coordinator, is responsible for assisting with the implementation of activities for participants tailored to the needs and limitations of the elderly.
Assists participants with non-skilled Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
Provides one-on-one assistance with participants or preparing for upcoming activities.
Assist with planning social, therapeutic and leisure programs.
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 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.
Completes assigned activity charting and reporting as assigned by Activities Director.
Assists in the organizing of special events, outings as assigned.
Assists with preparing and cleaning up after activities.
Attends any meetings regarding participant care as assigned by Activities Director.
Assists Day Center staff as directed by Activities Director, such as lunch service and arrival of participants as appropriate.
Assists in the ordering of supplies for department as requested and maintains equipment in good condition.
Acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice.