Recreation Assistant

About the role

NHC HealthCare Fort Oglethorpe is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated Recreation Assistant to join their team.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED
• Ability to work with elderly patients/residents
• Willingness to learn new ideas and skills
• A sense of humor; ability to laugh at success and failure
• Possess patience, good organizational skills, assertiveness and be conscientious
• Present a professional appearance
• Be flexible in working hours so that weekend or evening programs will be provided

Physical Demands

• Able to lift 60 to 70 pounds occasionally
• Able to be on feet for 2-5 hours daily
• Be able to move throughout center without assistance

Duties and Responsibilities

• Respectful and supportive to supervisor
• Assist and support the Recreation Director in assessing each patient to determine their activity interests and needs
• Assist and support the Recreation Director in providing therapeutic programs which meet each patient's "individual" needs
• Assist in providing activities which meet the physical, social, mental, emotional, and/or spiritual needs of each patient while providing an atmosphere of "fun" and enjoyment.
• This includes the "INDIVIDUALIZED 1 TO 1 PROGRAMS."
• Assist and support good public relations with the community and with other partners, patients and families
• Be aware of NHC Standards and abide by the 20 Better Way Promises
• Be aware of and follow HIPAA regulations
• Be aware of and abide by weekly work schedule; be prepared and prompt
• Be aware of and follow all State and Federal guidelines
• Assist in and support the center newsletter and fundraising projects
• Attend and support any in-services and partner meetings as required
• Be aware, support and follow all State, Federal, Company and Center Requirements, Policies and Procedures