Activities Assistant

Job Summary: Ensure and enhance the health and well-being of our Residents by assisting the Life Enrichment Director in implementing an activities program geared to residents' individual interests, preferences, and abilities.

Activities Functions

Conducts a variety of activities such as crafts, baking, reading, parties and games

Assists with planning and hosting events for Residents, their families and community members

Assists in getting Residents to and from activities

May perform Resident assessments and medical record charting for activities

Personnel Functions

Immediately reports any suspected abuse or neglect of Residents per facility policy

Attends designated staff meetings as scheduled

Develops and maintains a good working relationship with other staff, whether within the activities department or with inter-departmental personnel

Completes assigned training in a timely manner

Utilizes materials and supplies in an efficient, cost-effective manner

Learns and follows fire and other work safety policies

Remains free of criminal conviction that may preclude employment in the nursing home setting (including but not limited to theft, battery, assault)

Reports pending criminal or civil charges or matters to the Administrator by the next business day

Follows all facility policies and procedures

Follows the direction of the Activities Director, Administrator and/or Director of Nursing

Always represents the United Pioneer Home in a positive manner unless contraindicated by law

Performs other duties as qualified for and as directed

Qualifications

Able to communicate fluently in written and spoken English

Able to read aloud and speak in public

Basic working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite

Minimum age 18

Other Skills and Abilities Required

Demonstrated concern for the elderly and ability to treat Residents with respect and dignity

Ability to maintain the strict confidentiality of Resident information, per HIPAA regulations

Must enjoy spending one-on-one time with Residents, as well as group activities

Strong time management and teamwork skills

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend hours

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk, sit and stand for up to 8.0 hours per shift

Ability to bend, squat, or reach overhead frequently

Able to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 35 pounds occasionally

Eyesight sufficient to perform assigned tasks

Achieve negative assessment for infection with Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB)

Be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability

Remain free of illegal drug use and signs of impairment as per facility policy