Activities Assistant

Job Opportunity

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

Requirements

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