Life Enrichment Assistant

NATIONAL HEALTH- WHITE OAK GROUP•Burlington, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

White Oak of Burlington has an Activity Assistant position that we would like to fill with the best person! We welcome you to join our team of dedicated individuals that enrich the lives of our patients and residents by promoting physical, mental and psychosocial well-being for our 160-bed skilled nursing facility. The ideal candidate is flexible and innovative with a strong understanding of the physiological changes and resulting needs of the aging population. Must have patience, empathy, excellence in customer service and time managing skills. Must relate professionally with residents, staff, family members, visitors, and officials. Must provide a positive attitude, with friendly and approachable mannerisms. This is a hand-on position that requires tasks throughout the entire facility.

Requirements

Sufficient educational background
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrate teamwork
Experience in activity planning
Socially confident to initiate one-one-one and group activities.
Must have an understanding of the physiological changes and resulting needs of the aging population.

Nice To Haves

Experience in long-term care as an Activity Assistant is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Meeting with all patients/residents to determine program needs.
Contribute to plan of care conferences.
Assist with design, post and maintain attractive bulletin boards and calendars of scheduled activities.
Assist with 1:1 activities (manicures/polish, reading, etc.) and conduct group activities (bingo, concerts, parties, etc.).
Assist residents to and from activities.
Keep accurate attendance and participation records of each activity and evaluate the program effectiveness and degree of resident involvement.
Documentation is accurate and current.
Assist with Residents Council and promote good public relations within and outside the facility.
Set up decorations for seasonal holidays.