Activities Assistant

About the Role

Under the direction of the Activities Director, the Activities Assistant participates in the organization, development, and implementation of the facility activity program. This role provides entertainment, inter-communication, socialization, exercise, relaxation, and opportunities for creative and religious expression.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activity programs to improve quality of life through promotion of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being
• Make daily announcements for R.O., information, weather, resident/staff birthdays, etc.
• Assist with fulfilling the sensory needs of bedridden residents as well as LYFE participants
• Assist in planning the monthly activity calendar and suggest ideas for future planning
• Communicate with Activities Director regarding daily problems, concerns, and issues dealing with resident behavior
• Work with volunteers during activities; orient and supervise volunteers along with the Director
• Document attendance to activities and complete individual participation records
• Attend care plan meetings when assigned
• Document inventory of supplies
• Assist and participate in scheduled outings outside of the facility
• Communicate with organization representatives from the community who visit the facility
• Act as representative of the Department in the absence of the Director
• Attend administrative meetings as designated
• Collaborate with other staff members in conducting events
• Abide by standards identified in FutureCare’s Statement of Corporate Ethics and the Corporate Compliance Plan
• Report any malfunctioning equipment or observed hazards to the proper department

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 1 year experience working in a skilled nursing facility environment preferred
• Strong desire to work with the elderly or disabled
• Previous experience in arts/crafts and/or music highly desirable
• Ability to handle emotional and behavioral disturbances
• Ability to be vivacious and patient in interactions with residents
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as scheduled

Pay

$16.50 - $17.00 per hour. The base pay range reflects potential base salary; bonuses or other incentives, if applicable, are offered separately pursuant to the relevant program schedule. All offers consider factors such as overall experience, job-related qualifications, location, certifications, and training.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Excellent Benefits Package
• Flex/Advance Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Growth Ladder
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance
• Matching 401K Plan