Activities Assistant PRN

Job Summary

The Activities Assistant assists the Director of Activities in planning, organizing, developing, and directing quality activities for patients, ensuring that the recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social needs of each patient are met in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations.

Job Duties

• Must be able to assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating quality activity programs (includes entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and education)
• Must be able to appropriately and descriptively chart patient progress and behavior
• Must be able to escort patients to and from activities
• Must be able to make regular in room visits to patients uninterested or unable to participate in group activities
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

Requirements / Education / Experience

• Must be a high school graduate; Bachelor's degree - Preferred
• Must be able to fluently read, write, and speak English
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), - Preferred
• Motivational interviewing, - Preferred
• Behavioral Therapy. - Preferred
• Able to work swing shift and weekends

Specific Job Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
• Complete any other tasks assigned by Activities Director or Management

Benefits

Competitive Salaries that recognize your skills and dedication
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to support your health and well-being
Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can recharge and take care of what matters most
Tapcheck – Access your earned wages before payday
Ongoing Training & Career Development to help you grow professionally
A collaborative and inclusive team environment where your voice matters