Activities Assistant-Non CNA

At Solaris HealthCare Lely Palms, located at 6135 Rattlesnake Hammock Rd, Naples, FL 34113. We understand that a significant change in health can be challenging. That’s why our mission is to provide top-quality care that helps our residents move forward and resume their normal way of life.

We believe that who we are and what we stand for is evident in our name. At Solaris HealthCare Lely Palms, we strive to care for each resident like family, recognizing that compassionate, personalized care can achieve limitless possibilities. By joining our team, you will be part of a dedicated group of professionals committed to supporting and uplifting our residents, ensuring they receive the best possible care to lead fulfilling lives.

Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day!

Proud Partner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers – join the spirited KARE KREWE of Lely Palms!

You’ll love being part of our team—and you may also qualify for these amazing benefits:

Affordable Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (family options included)

Daily Pay -get paid when YOU want

401k with Company Match -plan of your future

Generous PTO, Holidays & Sick Time -we value work life balance

Tuition Reimbursement -invest in your growth

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage -peace of mind for you & your family

Uniforms Provided & Perks Programs -we've got your covered

Wonderschool Concierge Services -childcare made simple

Shift Differentials up to $3 an hour depending on location, position & shift!

Join a team that invests in YOU - your health, future & your success!

This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening.

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Purpose of Your Job Position

The primary purpose of your job position is to support the efforts of the Activities Director in the assessing, selecting, organizing, and implementing of recreational services to address the individualized needs and interests of the overall resident/patient population within the center, in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and Solaris HealthCare’s established policies and procedures.

Job Functions

• General Responsibilities
• Residents Rights
• Activities Assistant Responsibilities
  • Assists in the development and delivery of therapeutic recreational services to promote the residents’ opportunities for engaging in normal life enhancement pursuits and to increase and/or maintain functioning levels.
  • Maintains precautions/limitations list on each resident.
  • Encourages resident participation in group and individual activities including arts/crafts, community outings, religious activities, intellectual/educational activities, community/center service activities, recreational activities, etc.
  • Assists in completing activity documentation, when needed.
  • Copies forms for activities, as needed.
  • Submits supplies list to Activity Director and submits receipts for activity expenditures.
  • Assists Activity Director in the organization and supervision of the volunteer program including recruiting and training volunteers.
  • Assists with Resident Council Meetings when necessary.
  • Assists in planning community activities that jointly include the community, staff, families and residents.
  • Assists in the completion of a monthly calendar of available recreational services and posts it in the center.
  • Supports each resident’s right to self determination; Documents resident refusal of activity services offered; informs resident of any therapeutic alternative to the refused service.
  • Assists in the development of the Center Newsletter, as applicable.
  • Implements activity programs in the absence of the Activities Director, as applicable
  • Coordinates activities of Welcoming Committee including obtaining weekly list of new residents, purchasing flowers, and preparing them for committee welcoming events.
  • Charts individual resident’s attendance and participation in both group, individual and one on one recreational pursuits daily.
• Staff Development
• Safety and Sanitation
• Administrative Responsibilities
• Special Activities/Attributes

Education

High School Diploma with course work in recreation is desirable; Ability to read and write, required. Completion of a state approved activity-training course is preferred but not required.

Experience

Previous experience in leading recreational activities, arts/crafts, intellectual/educational activities, community outings, etc., desired.