Activities Assistant

Pine Valley Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is seeking a part time Activities Leader for our growing team!!

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Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and facilitate daily group and individual activities that meet residents' physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs.

• Maintain an activity calendar and ensure programs are carried out as scheduled.

• Assist & set up program areas as needed.

• Keep daily attendance and document residents' participation in activities.

• Work directly with Residents on units, without direct supervision.

• Assist with special events, holidays, and family-involved activities.

• Organize and obtain supplies and equipment as requested.

• Assist residents to program location and return residents to appropriate units.

• Communicate related information to other individuals directly involved in Resident care

• Be familiar with established emergency procedures.

• Communicate effectively with nursing, social work, therapy and other departments to support resident care.

• Other duties as assigned by Activities Director.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be upbeat, energetic, enthusiastic, and have a caring personality

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

• Weekends are Required

• Enjoy working with the elderly

• Experience with recreation therapy/activities a plus

• High school diploma/equivalent

• Ability to work with residents with physical, cognitive, and emotional limitations