Activity Aide Part Time

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementation of individual and group activities.
• Carry out activities as part of the care plan.
• Incorporate residents’ interests into activities and discussion.
• Provide residents opportunities for choices and self-expression.
• Make contact with each resident on his/her unit daily.
• Make suggestions for new and varied activities.
• Identify and provide adaptive devices for those with sensory deficits (e.g., large-print books, tape recorders).
• Promote self-esteem and social interaction with residents.
• Provide activities for those with special needs (e.g., depressed, terminally ill, bedridden).
• Encourage participation and involvement of all residents.
• Post monthly and weekly schedules per Activity Director.
• Update and change schedules and R.O. boards per Activity Director.
• Prepare for and participate in resident care conferences.
• Maintain a clean work and storage area.
• Use proper body mechanics and follow infection control practices.
• Observe resident safety when in resident care areas.
• Chart legibly, with standard grammar and spelling.
• Adhere to legal requirements and proper policies and procedures in documentation.
• Prepare sites and materials for activities.
• Maintain equipment in safe and functional condition.
• Treat residents and staff with respect and dignity.
• Adhere to all facility and department safety policies and procedures.

Supervision

Receives supervision from the Activity Director.

Qualifications

• No convictions for abuse, neglect or mistreatment or for misappropriation of property.
• Prompt and regular attendance.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, and make simple calculations.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.

Physical Requirements

In terms of an 8-hour workday, “Occasionally” equals 1% to 33%; “Frequently,” 34% to 66%; “Continuously,” 67% to 100%.

Task Not at all Occasionally Frequently Continuously Bend X Stoop X Squat X Crawl X Climb-Height X Reach above shoulder level X Crouch X Kneel X Balance X Push/Pull X

Lifting Requirements

Frequency Weight Never Occasionally <50 lbs