Activities/Life Enrichment Assistant

Duties

• Develop and implement a program of physical, mental, and spiritual activities.
• Maintain and/or restore residents' physical and mental capacities.
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct activity programs.
• Interview residents and families to determine their needs and interests.
• Prepare community newsletter.
• Organize, schedule, and supervise activities.
• Select and supervise volunteers, families, community agencies, etc.
• Supervise and work effectively with other members of the department.
• Visit residents to determine their preferences for programs.
• Encourage resident assistance with and participation in scheduled activities.
• Establish and maintain community involvement and create a homelike atmosphere.
• Document observations and plans of action in appropriate records.
• Participate in care plan meetings.
• Perform emergency procedures such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Develop, maintain, and periodically update written policies and procedures.
• Facilitate the coordination of Activities Department services and other departments.
• Review, monitor, intervene, and document complaints and grievances.
• Prepare reports and recommendations regarding the operation of the Activities Department.
• Review and revise activity care plans.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of records, conditions, and other information.

Essential Job Functions

• Assume responsibility and accountability for the Activity Program.
• Complete necessary forms, charge slips, order materials, supplies, and records.
• Encourage resident participation in scheduled activities.
• Work effectively with other members of the department.
• Document observations and plans of action.
• Participate in care plan meetings.
• Perform emergency procedures.
• Review and revise activity care plans.