Activity Assistant

Life Center of Galax • Galax, VA

6d

About The Position

Come join our team at the Life Center of Galax - Hillsville as the Activity Assistant. We are looking for individuals who desire the opportunity to help save lives while feeling challenged and professionally enriched on a daily basis.
We offer a full suite of benefits ranging from:
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
· Paid Holidays
· Paid Time Off
· HSA & FSA
· Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D
· Disability
· 401(k) Retirement Plan - with company match
· Employee Assistance Program/Employee Discount Program
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PURPOSE STATEMENT:
​Assist with planning, developing, organizing, implementing and directing individual and group activities/recreation within the facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in activity therapy or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility also preferred.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Organize, lead and promote interest in recreational activities to patients and their families.
• Serve as a resource for new patients introducing them to other patients and staff, explaining programs and encouraging participation.
• Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels.
• Document activity interventions and patient progress in the medical record per facility documentation requirements.
• Seek supervision and support when complications arise in dealing with a patient either in an individual or group setting.
• Enforce safety rules to prevent injury and modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Organize and set up the equipment that is used in recreational activities.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• HSA & FSA
• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D
• Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - with company match
• Employee Assistance Program/Employee Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees