Activites Assistant; Part Time

reports directly to the director of activities

position summary:

assist the activities director in the development, organization and implementation of comprehensive therapeutic recreation services and programs that meet the needs and interests of each resident. Must be a certified nursing assistant. Memory care experience a plus!

as activities service assistant, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountablility necessary for carrying out yur assigned duties.

demonstrates the core values of the facility when performing the role of the activities services assistant, with resident/patients, family memebers, facility staf and medical staff

displays flexibility, team spirit, compassion, respect, honesty, politeness and accountability when dealing with residents/patients, family members and facility staff

demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity for resident/patient’s rights in all interfaces with resident/patients and family memebers

communicates effectively via open, straightforward communication, includimg use of listening skills and by accessing the appropriate chain of command.

seeks validation of knoledge base, quality, decision-making and skill level by actively questioning when necessary.

participates in interdisciplinary communication activities; actively listens and actively contributes.

• develop preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the recreation service needs of each resident/patient.
• encourage the resident/patient/family to particiate in the development and review of his/her plan of care.
• ensure that all recreation service personnel are aware of the care plan and that care plans are used n providing daily recreation services to the resident/patient.
• develop and maintain a good rapport with all services involved with the care plan to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing a comprehensive plan of care.
• facilitate group programs as assigned in a timely and efficient manner.
• complete required documentation.
• contribure to resident care planning preparation.
• attend and contribute to activities services department meetings.
• provide individual programming as assigned.
• maintain activity department supplies and equipment.
• work with volunteers as assigned by activities services director/coordinator.
• assist with planning and leadership special events.
• adhere to universal precautions and sanitary, safety and infection control policies and procedures.

• attend and participate in educational activities, in-service training and staff meetings.
• assist in orientation and training of other staff

• comply with all company policies related to safety and infection control procedures including the proper use of mechanical lifts, gait belts and personal protection back supports.

• recommend to the activities director/coordinator the equipment and supply needs of the department.
• place ore rs for equipment and supplies as necessary or as may be required.
• make periodic rounds to check equipment and to assure that necessary equipment is available and working properly.
• check supply rooms to assure that needed supplies are on hand to perform assigned cleaning tasks.
• develop and implement procedures that ensure recreation service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste.

• participate in quality improvement activities as assigned.

• other duties as assigned or needed.

• understand, comply with and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents rights.
• promote positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance and behavior.
• knock before entering a resident’s room.

supervised by: activities director/coordinator

• make weekly inspections of all recreation service functions to assure that quality control measures are continually maintained.
• be prepared to handel emeregencies as they come up (i.e. Rescheduling work assignments and work schedules, etc.)
• be sure that appropriate…