Activities Assistant

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

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