Job Summary :

Assists activities directors by planning, organizing, developing and implementing daily therapeutic activity programs to meet individual patient needs and interests.

Adheres with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long-term care and assisted living facilities.

Job Requirements :

Education and Work Experience :

• High School Education / GED or equivalent : Preferred
• Associate’s / Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education / related experience : Preferred

Licenses / Certifications :

Valid Driver’s License (DL) and must be at least 21 yrs of age or older : Required

Department Specific License / Certifications :

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) : Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification : Required

Essential Functions :

Assists in developing, maintaining, evaluating and directing activity programs. Participates in community planning related to facility interests, family and resident needs.

Coordinates activities with other departments, as necessary.

Assists with developing volunteer activity assignments, makes routine resident visits and assists with crafts and projects, as necessary.

Assists in-room residents by visiting, writing letters, running errands and making appointments.

• Involves residents and family in planning facilities, as necessary. Provides residents with daily activities. Recommends equipment and supply needs for the department, as needed.
• Serves on, participates in and attends various facility committees, as appointed. Assists with activity care plan and assessment scheduling.

Observes resident attendance, mood, behavior and degree of involvement.

Assists by arranging transportation, as necessary. Performs administrative requirements, including form and report completion.

Assists with admission, discharge and other documentation. Drives the company vehicle for resident outings or appointments and accompanies residents on trips outside of the community.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc.

as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Last updated : 2024-05-25