Activity Assistant

THE SPRINGS OF LADY LAKE ASSISTED LIVING is looking for a Full-Time Activities Aide to join their Team!

ABOUT THE SPRINGS OF LADY LAKE ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY - Located in Lady Lake, FL, we are an assisted living facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive quality care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity.

It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Competitive Wages

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Pay

• Medical Dental Vision Life STD Insurances

• 401K retirement plan

Summary for Activities Assistant (CNA)

To assist the Activities Director in the planning, organizing and directing of a program of activities, which provides opportunity for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression and fulfills basic psychological, social and spiritual needs to all residents of the facility. Assist the physically, emotionally, and cognitively impaired individual and their families in the exploration of appropriate avocation/leisure pursuits.

Responsibilities of Activities Aide (CNA)

• Assist in the development, organization, and implementation of a program of activities to meet the social, emotional, physical and other therapeutic needs of residents as identified on the resident’s plan of care and within the specified budget.

• Assist in the initiation and promotion of activities both within the facility and outside the facility, as weather permits, ensuring the safety and well-being of each resident at all times.

• Coordinate and verify that assistance is provided to residents for activities and events as necessary.

• Provide in-room activities for residents who are unable to attend daily events.

• Assist in the creation of an ongoing calendar of activities that creatively meets multiple needs and is accessible and appealing to both men and women of all ages and abilities.

• Consistently maintain standards for activity scheduling and documentation established by policies and regulatory requirements.

• Solicit the involvement of the community (clubs, groups, organizations, agencies, churches, individuals, etc.) when planning facility activities and events.

• Assist in the planning, organizing and directing of the Activity Department fund raising events.

• Maintain detailed records of activity programs and participation of individual residents, identifying progress toward established care plan goals.

• Participate in resident care planning by identifying the activity needs of residents in accordance with the medical assessment.

• Develop and distribute a monthly calendar of events. Provide a copy of the calendar in each resident’s room, and at least one large calendar prominently displayed in the facility.

• Maintain a pictorial scrapbook of activities and events sponsored by the facility during the year.

• Develop and maintain an active volunteer program through marketing, development, support, and organization. Encourage participation by residents, family members, staff, visitors, community groups and individuals. Assign and train volunteers and maintain documentation of volunteer hours. Reward volunteers for service annually and at other special events.

• Train groups of volunteers and students in techniques of recreational therapy.

• Prepare progress notes for medical staff reflecting residents’ reactions and evidence of progress or regression.

• Maintain all activity related records required by regulations and Medical Records – activity assessments, progress notes, and discharge summary.

Requirements/Qualifications of Activities Assistant (CNA)

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.

• CNA license in Florida required

• Six (6) months to one (1) year experience or related experience performing activity related duties.

• Knowledge of the aging process and various resident activities.

• Ability to assume leadership role in the Activity Department in the absence of the Activity Director.

• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.

• Excellent creative and communication skills.

• Skill at working with individuals who have cognitive, physical or sensory disabilities.

• Practical knowledge of how an Activity Department functions in a nursing facility