What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Assistant position at Harrison Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
POSITION PURPOSE:
Assist the Activity Director with daily resident activity program. Must be able to work weekends.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate stimulating activities programming.
- Create a strong and active volunteer program.
- Communicate regularly with resident families and the entire care team.
- Prepare and review monthly newsletter and activities calendar.
- Lead group activities.
- Report and document on resident’s progress.
- Visits with residents on a one-on-one basis as directed.
- Evaluate and reassess activity interventions based on the interdisciplinary plan of care and make revisions as appropriate.
- Ensure documentation meets compliance with regulatory standards.
- Reports to the Activity Director on residents’ responses and/or progress to specific approaches utilized and maintains appropriate documentation.
- Effectively manages the care of assigned patients using knowledge, skills, judgment, and decision-making skills for the specific area. Effectively carries out the Activities role as assigned.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:
At least one year of long-term care or assisted living experience or equivalent combination of experience and education. Ability to produce stimulating programs. Strong communication and computer skills are required.