ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT - ROYAL PARK REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CENTER

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning, promoting, and leading individual and group activities based on needs and interests of the residents.
• Encourages social communication through group activities.
• Assists residents with participation in religious programs and leisure activities.
• Assists with monthly newsletter and activities calendar.
• Assists in the maintenance, storage, and use of activities supplies.
• Assists with the set-up of the volunteer program and appreciation events.
• Assists in transporting residents to and from Activity programs.
• Assists with admissions assessments, Clinical responsibilities, MDS, care plans and progress notes according to documentation policies and procedures.
• Facilitates community interaction programs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous Activities Assistant, and/or Long Term Care/Memory Care/Assisted Living experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Prefer Certification as an Activities Professional in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the center.

Skills

• Ability to function well with different patients’ personalities and work well with other staff.
• Team player, positive, energetic, and professional.
• Self-motivated and work well independently.
• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Ability to work well under pressure and use supplies economically.
• Valid NC Driver’s License.
• Prefer CDL license, or ability to obtain CDL.
• Background checks/drug-free workplace.