Activities Associate - Per Diem, Day shift

Adventist Health • Yuba City, CA

3d

About The Position

Centered in the heart of Yuba-Sutter County, Adventist Health and Rideout has
been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1907. We are comprised
of a 221-bed hospital, 21 physician clinics, home care services, comprehensive
cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout
Marysville and the surrounding areas. The allure of Marysville's community is
complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and
Sacramento, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.

Job Summary:

Assists activities directors by planning, organizing, developing and
implementing daily therapeutic activity programs to meet individual patient
needs and interests. Adheres with current federal, state and local standards,
guidelines and regulations that govern long-term care and assisted living
facilities.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License (DL) and must be at least 21 yrs of age or older: Required
• Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
• Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

Nice To Haves

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing, maintaining, evaluating and directing activity programs. Participates in community planning related to facility interests, family and resident needs. Coordinates activities with other departments, as necessary.
• Assists with developing volunteer activity assignments, makes routine resident visits and assists with crafts and projects, as necessary. Assists in-room residents by visiting, writing letters, running errands and making appointments.
• Involves residents and family in planning facilities, as necessary. Provides residents with daily activities. Recommends equipment and supply needs for the department, as needed.
• Serves on, participates in and attends various facility committees, as appointed. Assists with activity care plan and assessment scheduling. Observes resident attendance, mood, behavior and degree of involvement.
• Assists by arranging transportation, as necessary. Performs administrative requirements, including form and report completion. Assists with admission, discharge and other documentation. Drives the company vehicle for resident outings or appointments and accompanies residents on trips outside of the community.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees