Activities Assistant (Full Time)

Ayers Health and Rehab • Trenton, FL

20h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting in the planning, supervising and maintaining recreation programs for residents.

Requirements

• Must maintain current CNA certification.
• Must have the ability to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other staff.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish this job.
• Must have a genuine enthusiasm and sense of humor with ability to laugh at successes and failures.
• Must be a self-motivated, creative and positive personality, who demonstrates willingness to learn new ideas and skills.
• Must possess patience, good organizational skills, and assertiveness and be a conscientious person.
• Must present a professional appearance.
• Must be able to lift 60-70 lbs. frequently.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk throughout most of scheduled shift.
• Must be flexible in working hours so that weekend evening events may be provided.
• Must be able to meet all local health regulations and pass pre/post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
• Must comply with attendance policy and established schedules, be flexible, and make necessary accommodations for the needs of residents and families.
• Must attend in-service/education programs as required to learn new procedures and develop skills to meet regulatory compliance.
• Must agree not to disclose resident protected health information and report suspected or known violations of such to the Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing each individual resident to determine activity interests and needs.
• Assist in providing therapeutic activities which meet the individual interests and physical, social, emotional, and/or spiritual needs of each resident according to care plan, while providing an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment.
• Assist in maintaining all required records (see Activity Services Policy Manual).
• Maintain good public relations with the community by contacting and informing local clubs, businesses, schools, etc. of center services and goals.
• Assist in ordering and maintaining supplies for use in the Activity Program.
• Assist in the development of an activities calendar of events and publishing of a center newsletter monthly.
• Participate in all fundraising projects.
• Attend center meetings as required.
• Assist and accompany residents on off-facility outings as scheduled.
• Provides assistance with wheelchair transportation for residents to activity programs of choice.
• Be aware of and follow all state, federal, company and center policies and procedures.
• Keep Activity Director and/or Administrator informed of planned activities, problems and suggested solutions.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed