Activity Aide
Providence Health Care•Saint Mary of the Woods, IN
•Onsite
About The Position
Provides support to the Activities Dept. to provide and implement an on-going program of activities that meets the individual needs of the residents and that maximize freedom of choice, independence, self-expression and physical and cognitive abilities.
Requirements
- Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Ability to obtain Activity Director certification if needed
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the area of Activities or Long Term care is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the Implement of the Monthly Program Activities
- Assist with the Residents needs and Prepare and Incorporate the Activities Goals Into the Residents Plan of Care
- Assist with the Resident Council as needed
- Ensure Safety and Infection Control Procedures are Followed in Work Performance
- Assist with the Activity Director in Development of Policies and Procedures
- Attend Meetings as Required
- Perform Related Tasks as Required
- Assist residents with the development and organization of a resident council as directed by Activity Director.
- Adhere to Universal Precautions and the facility's Infection Control Procedures in all aspects of work performance.
- Store and use all activity equipment in accordance with good safety practices.
- Report equipment and building fixtures which are in need of repair.
- Perform resident transfers and wheelchair transporting using good safety techniques (must have active C.N.A. license on file to perform)
- Know the limitations of residents and yourself when taking individual or groups out of the Health Center/ Nursing Unit area and report whereabouts to the Charge Nurse.
- Know special diet restrictions and eating disorders of all residents prior to offering refreshments and special food items.
- Supervise or provide for adequate supervision of residents during activities.
- Keep area locked when unsupervised (when hazards exist). This function required only when additional department staffing is required
- Participate in various community minded programs conducted at the facility as well as in the local community as requested.
- Assist in Development of Policies and Procedures
- Keep Abreast of State and Federal Regulations, as well as Professional Standards and Licensure
- Assure resident rights are maintained at all times, reporting suspected deviations to immediate supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
