Activities Assistant

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River Oaks is hiring an Activity Assistant!

River Oaks offers:

• The opportunity to work with a great team of professionals to ensure our residents’ needs are met in a quality and safe environment.
• An environment where you can grow, learn and take your skill set to the next level!

Benefits:

• Hourly Pay:
  Competitive wage with a yearly performance merit program. When members of our team go above and beyond, we like to recognize their performance.
• Benefits:
  We offer a competitive benefits program to include:
• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits including Life Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, etc.
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match

Purpose: Responsible to Assist and implement the activities program to meets the interests of the residents of the facility, while working with other members of the inter-departmental team to ensure all resident needs are met. This individual reports directly to the Activities Coordinator.

Essential Functions

- Job Duties:

• Creates the monthly activities calendar and implements daily activities with assistance and input from residents; distributes calendars to all residents, including those who are newly admitted.
• Visits with all residents, including newly admitted residents, to find out what their activity ideas and suggestions are.
• Communicates with staff members regarding resident needs and coordinates efforts to improve programs while minimizing problematic situations.
• Adheres to all facility and governmental regulations documenting attendance, progress and all pertinent information. Maintains accurate records of activity participation, hydration, etc., utilizing the appropriate forms. Completes activity assessments for residents as needed.
• Assists Activities Coordinator and schedules volunteer services.
• Assists various outings in the community, including shopping trips, shows, and lunches/dinners.
• Maintains accurate and thorough documentation of residents’ attendance at activities.
• Maintains effective communication with families and nursing staff, in order to provide appropriate activities for residents.
• Audits supplies needed within the department. Works within the department’s budget for supplies, entertainment & labor costs.
• Updates Activities Bulletin Boards on a regular basis, including the posting of sign-up sheets for outings and trips and the making of signs to announce events and programs.
• Makes appropriate announcements to residents to ensure they are aware of activities; encourages maximum resident participation in activities
• Works a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the activities department.
• Maintains employee templates and schedule in OnShift including reviewing employee request offs and posts schedule in On Shift
• All other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, projects, special events, committees, and mandatory training as appropriate.
• Completes competency evaluations for training as required by the state or as assigned by their immediate supervisor, HR Director, or Executive Director.
• Participates in continuing education programs as applicable.
• Promotes and encourages successful outcomes of resident activities, both group and individual.
• Follows all applicable state regulations.

Education & Knowledge Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License

Essential Job-Related Experience/Abilities:

• Must be able to perform tasks such as reading, writing, and understanding English.
• The ability to lift, bend, stoop, push, pull or transport residents, supplies or furniture up to 50 pounds; may ask for assistance if needed.
• Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to efficiently work in a multi-task/duty environment.
• Must be organized and detail-oriented

Preferred Job-Related Experience/Abilities/

Education:

• Two (2) years experience planning/organizing activity programs
• Two (2) years demonstrated knowledge of the methods and techniques of motivating the elderly

Cardinal Senior Living Philosophy: It is the philosophy of Cardinal Senior Living to provide a home-like atmosphere for residents; one that fosters wellness of the body, mind, and spirit. We believe that a caring, positive attitude in combination with encouragement in personal independence enhances the self-esteem of our residents. An emphasis on creating a “family” atmosphere provides a foundation for living life to its fullest.

All staff are expected to execute the Cardinal mission of care, compassion, dignity, and safety.

Cardinal Senior Living LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.