Activities Assistant Jobs

Job Summary: The Activities Assistant performs duties involving the implementation of an activity program, which meets physical, mental, psychosocial needs and interests or residents. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with respect and dignity.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Compose monthly contributions, including the monthly activates calendar, post daily contributions on menu board, date board and pass out name tags.
• If required to operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, must successfully complete the requirements contained in Company’s Motor Vehicles policy.
• Comply with the Facility’s personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• High school diploma or GED highly preferred.
• Maintain documentation as required by State and Federal regulations.
• Responsible for initial assessment, picture and front name board.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be able to perform the essential position functions of the job with, or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Employee is required to use a transfer/gait belt or to obtain the assistance of another employee when attempting to assist residents when lifting or carrying objects in excess of 25 pounds. The employee must be aware that during the normal, routine performance of the essential functions, some of the following body movements may occur naturally, although they may not be a requirement of the job.
• Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Administrator, Director of Nursing or Unit Manager.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Monitors personal and staff compliance to all State and Federal regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, use of hazardous material and fire safety.
• Responsible for planning and implementing activities to meet resident’s specific needs, including large groups, small groups and individual participation.
• Monitors personal and staff compliance to Residents’ Rights. Job Requirements: