Activity Assistant
Role Overview
Under the direction and supervision of an Activity Director, the Activity Assistant is responsible for providing group and individual activities for the residents. The number one goal is to bring fulfillment and happiness by smiling and bringing a positive attitude to work every day. To promote an engaging and joyous atmosphere for the residents.
Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.
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Job Overview Summary
Under the direction and supervision of an Activity Director, the Activity Assistant is responsible for providing group and individual activities for the residents. The number one goal is to bring fulfillment and happiness by smiling and bringing a positive attitude to work every day. To promote an engaging and joyous atmosphere for the residents.
Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.
Functions
Assist the Activity Director in the planning, development, and implementation of activities which enrich the lives of the residents
Proactively support resident rights
Transport residents to and from activities as needed
Invite and encourage all residents to all programs as appropriate
Facilitate the activity
Clean up after each activity
Must answer all call lights
A possible varied work schedule that may include some weekends, evenings, and holidays
Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented and responsive to the concerns of co-workers, patients and families
Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times
Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and or needs of patients
Qualifications
- A minimum of a high school education or high school equivalency diploma. (Required). Prior experience in the long-term care environment (Preferred).
Knowledge and Skills
- Customer Service Oriented
- Ability to be patient while interacting with challenged or difficult residents
- Knowledge of activity programs developed to engage adult and geriatric residents
- Skill in conducting arts & crafts, music, games and associated activities
- Demonstrates organizational and critical thinking skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary
- Ability to create a resident-centered environment
- Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations
Required Responsibilities
- Successful demonstration of work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.
Core Competencies
Caring/Compassion
Accountability
Dependability
Adaptability/Flexibility
Effective Communication
Confidentiality
Team Player
Dedication
Amount of Time
Occasionally up to 1/3
Frequently 1/3 to 2/3
Constantly 2/3 or more
Stand
x
Walk
Sit
Talk or hear
Finger, handle or feet
Push/pull
Stop, kneel, crouch or crawl
Reach with hands and arms
Taste or smell
This job requires that force be exerted by weight being lifted, carried, pushed, or pulled. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.
Up to 10 lbs
Up to 20 lbs
Up to 50 lbs
Up to 100 lbs
> 100 lbs
This job has special vision requirements.
- Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
- Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
- Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
- Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
- Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
- Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
- No Special Vision Requirements
This job has special hearing requirements.
- Ability to hear alarms on equipment
- Ability to hear client call
- Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff
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