Activity Assistant

POSITION SUMMARYThe purpose of your job position is to assist in the planning and implementation of activities as they meet the needs of the resident care plans in accordance with current federal, state and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by the Director of Activities.The Activity Assistant will treat each resident fairly, kindly, and show them dignity and respect. They will knock on the resident’s door before entering. They will greet them upon entering their room. They will refer to each resident by their name. They will communicate clearly, empathetically, and effectively when speaking to residents, family members, visitors, all staff and governmental agencies. They will work cooperatively with all departments and multidisciplinary teams. They will demonstrate patience, initiative and willingness to assist residents that may be difficult or in discomfort. They will relate all pertinent information concerning a resident’s condition to a charge nurse as required. They will be committed to always doing the right thing.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPlanning, organizing and conducting activities for the facilityInvolving residents and family members in the planning whenever possibleArranging transportation for field trips when necessaryEnsuring all charted activity progress notes are descriptive and detailedCoordinating activities with other departments and working collaboratively with all staffFollowing Infection and Control policies and Safety and Sanitation proceduresReporting any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, or other hazardous materials to a supervisor immediatelyProtecting each residents file and data with confidentially per HIPAA standardsAbiding with all facility policies and procedures including not disclosing user ID codes and passwordsEvery effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.REQUIREMENTSEducation / LicensureHigh school diploma or GEDQualifications / ExperienceMinimum of 6 months experience in skilled nursing preferredMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English languageMust be able to follow directionsWorking ConditionsMay encounter frequent interruptionsMay be involved with residents, family and government agenciesMay be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at timesMay be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B virusesPhysical RequirementsMust be able to move intermittently throughout the dayRepetitive hand motionMust be able to push, pull, move and or lift up to 25 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 15 feetAbility to read fine prints

Salary : $18 - $19