Health Center Activities Assistant

Westminster Brand 051816•Bradenton, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart! Join the team at Westminster Point Pleasant, a beautiful waterfront life plan community located near downtown Bradenton. Currently seeking compassionate, dedicated individuals for our Part-Time Health Center Activities Assistant position. Must be able to work weekends. EOE, DFWP "We honor those who served". Why work for us? Competitive Hourly Wage Generous Paid Time Off Plan Work Alongside Industry Experts That Take Pride in Their Work Supportive Management Team That Put Employees First Warm and Friendly Work Environment Beautiful, Well-Maintained Facility Conveniently Located Near Downtown Bradenton Flexible Schedule Plenty of Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities JOB SUMMARY: Assist to plan, develop and direct the overall operation of the activities department in accordance with regulatory guidelines and our established policies and procedures and assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet the level of interests and abilities of each resident.

Requirements

Education : Possess a minimum of a high school diploma, with interests in recreation, crafts and music helpful.
Must have basic knowledge of food preparation and handling.
Experience and Basic Knowledge : Must have experience in recreational and activities programs in senior citizens group nursing homes or related activities within the last two years.
Must be familiar with dementia or willing to learn about the condition.
Medical Requirement: Must be willing to receive the influenza (flu) vaccination within flu season.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nurse Assistant certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster and its communities.
Implement and conduct programs as assigned by the Activities Director, encouraging residents to attend.
Includes setup prior to and clean-up after completion of activities.
Leads and assists residents groups on community outings.
Conducts one-on-one activities with those residents requiring them.
Completes documentation such as Assessments and Daily Attendance Sheets.
Purchase and organize decorations and supplies for daily activities & holidays.
Assist with decorating Health Center common areas.