What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Aide position at Pontiac Care and Rehabilitation Center?
Some weekend availablity required.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares for, sets-up and conducts scheduled activity groups as assigned by supervisor. Orders and/or purchases supplies with approval from supervisor.
- Responsible for all required documentation on assigned Member caseload; includes initial activity interest survey and initial activity assessments(DCS). Utilizes in-house computer network programs to complete documentation.
- Plans and coordinates services on special events and/or projects as assigned by supervisor.
- Plans for 1-1 interventions and/or visitations with those Members not actively participating in group programs.
- Provides input for interdisciplinary team for care plan and communicates with family as necessary.
- Responsible for supervision of volunteers assigned to assist with programs. Covers weekend programs as scheduled and may assist in evening programs when needed.
- May be assigned to take Members on outings and is responsible to meet their needs and to maintain their safety.
- Will prepare monthly schedule of activities with input from staff and departmental team members.
- Helps transport Members to recreation programs when needed.
- Makes posters, sign-up sheets and/or visits to keep Members informed of programs offered and to encourage their participation.
- Participates in service education and safety programs.
- Performs other duties as required by supervisor or by Administration as directed.
- Begin activities on time.
- Coordinate with other departments (dining, nursing) when planning programs.