What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant position at Sandy Park Development Center?
POSITION PURPOSE:
Assist the Activity Director with daily resident activity program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate stimulating activities programming.
- Create strong & active volunteer program.
- Communicate regularly with resident families and entire care team.
- Prepare and review monthly newsletter & activities calendar.
- Lead group activities.
- Report and document resident’s progress.
- Visits with residents on a one to one basis as directed.
- Evaluates and reassesses activity interventions based on interdisciplinary plan of care and makes revisions as appropriate.
- Ensure documentation meets compliance with regulatory standards.
- Reports to the Activities Director on resident’s 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 Activities role as assigned
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS:
At least one-year long-term care or assisted living experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to produce stimulating programs. Strong communication & computer skills required.