What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant (Assistant Activities Director) position at Kimes Nursing & Rehab?
- Assist Activities Director
- Help plan and facilitate recreational activities that promote physical, emotional, and social well-being for residents.
- Collaborate with staff to ensure activities are tailored to the needs of residents
- Help maintain schedule management for daily events and ensure all materials are prepared in advance
- Provide companionship and support to residents during activities, fostering a sense of community.
- Engage in effective communication with residents, families, and staff regarding activity planning and resident preferences.
- Experience in event planning or recreational therapy is preferred.
- Previous experience in assisted living or SNU/SNF settings is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with long-term care practices is essential.
- Background in social work or senior care is a plus.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with residents, families, and team members.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated.
- Compassionate approach towards residents.
- Flexibility to adapt activities based on resident capabilities and interests.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO starting on Day One
- Early wage access through the Everyday Pay app
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Competitive Wages
- Short Term Disability
- BenefitsMe: an employee perks and purchasing platform that gives team members access to everyday products, services, and exclusive discounts, with convenient payroll deduction payment options designed to make purchases more affordable and accessible.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Employee referral program
- CEU reimbursement opportunities
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation and/or travel stipend available for qualifying positions
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- Career advancement opportunities
- Supportive team-oriented culture focused on putting People First
Working Conditions
Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility.
Moves intermittently during working hours.
Is subject to frequent interruptions.
Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc.
Communicates with the medical staff, nursing service, and other department directors.
Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the Aids and Hepatitis B viruses.
May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
Education
Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Experience
None required. On-the-job training provided.
Specific Requirements
Must possess class C driver’s license.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing activity services.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Physical and Sensory Requirements
(With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and at times, hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.