Activities Assistant

The Activity Assistant reports to the Activity Director and is responsible for providing residents with meaningful activities that supplement their daily routine, ensuring socialization, stimulation and opportunities to express themselves. The Activity Assistant interacts with residents to provide an outlet for activities that may not otherwise engage in with other disciplines. This position is responsible for providing activities that meet the expectations of the Activity Director and residents.

The position will include some evenings and occasional Saturdays.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Aid in providing a program of activities which will cover the spiritual, social, recreational, and educational needs of residents as an integral part of their total care.
• Lead group in one-on-one activities as directed by the Activity Director.
• Transport residents to and from activities, meals and appointments.
• Assist in planning activity programs for residents.
• Maintain daily records of activity participants, and other residents as required by the Activity Director.
• Assist in ordering supplies, maintaining supply cupboards, and monitoring the condition of equipment for necessary repairs.
• Communicate with family members to ensure resident’s desired activities are provided.
• Coordinate with volunteers to achieve successful and meaningful activities that support the Sayre Christian mission and values.
• Comply with facility HIPAA Security Policies & Procedures by using only protected health information (PHI) needed to perform designated job responsibilities which include accessing any information contained in patient records when required for the purpose of supervising staff or complying with licensing and other regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with day to day functions of the Sayre Christian Village as needed.
• Assist with the campus-wide newsletter.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge and understanding of accident protocol.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with others (family members, co-workers of all disciplines, activity supply vendors, churches, volunteers, volunteer organizations, etc.).
• Ability to build trust and rapport with residents and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents and Nursing Home employees as needed.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Must obtain a thorough knowledge of activity rooms, activity supplies and residents’ rooms.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 2 plus years of experience working with small and large groups preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL TO PERFORM THE DUTIES OF THE JOB

• Frequently communicates with employees, family members, co-workers of all disciplines, activity supply vendors, churches, volunteers, volunteer organizations, etc.
• Occasionally lifts objects weight up to 50 pounds when assisting in the transportation of residents and activity supplies.
• Frequently remains in a standing position.
• Frequently stoops, kneels, or bends when assisting with inventory and stocking of activity supplies and assisting residents with activities.
• Frequently works in a well-lit, tempered room.