Activity Aide
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Director of Activities, the Activity Aide is responsible for MDS documentation, resident assessment of current interests and activity participation, and care planning. The role involves developing and implementing new activities, directing and leading assigned activities, and modifying them for residents with disabilities. The aide also assists residents with activities, guides volunteers, documents resident progress and attendance, prepares crafts, encourages participation, and manages supplies and equipment. Additionally, the position includes conducting recreational programs, ensuring proper maintenance for pet therapy animals, and caring for indoor and outdoor plants.
Requirements
- Previous experience with the elderly
- Formal High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of one year of Activities experience required, i.e. documenting Resident care planning, developing and implementing new activities.
- Ability to lead and motivate groups of Residents
Nice To Haves
- Ability to play musical instrument
- Knowledge of art
- Knowledge of MDS
Responsibilities
- Documents the Residents initial assessment, interim assessments integrated progress notes, and Resident care
- Participates in team conferences and care planning
- Documents residents progress and Interaction during leisure time
- Develops Resident care plans tor Resident activity programs
- Directs and leads assigned activities; participates in off premise trips and events
- Modifies activities and/or equipment to facilitate participation in activities for Residents with disabilities
- Assists Residents on assigned units with activities of interest
- Guides volunteers who are assisting with activities on assigned units
- documents Resident attendance at activities programs
- Prepares, Instructs and completes crafts and other projects
- Encourages Residents to participate in activities appropriate to their needs, interests and physical and mental
- Submits requests for materials and supplies to the Director of Activities
- Ensures proper use of equipment, tools and supplies
- Transports Residents to and from activities programs
- Conducts recreational programs e. sensory/tactile stimulation, movement, art, music
- Ensures that animals are properly maintained for pet therapy
- Responsible for maintaining all plants indoors and outdoors, i,e. watering, trimming,
- Performs other related duties as required or directed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
