What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant position at Arbor Valley of Cascadia?
Arbor Valley of Cascadia is seeking a dedicated, hard working Activities Assistant to join our team!
Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Flexible Schedule
Position Summary:
An Activities Assistant organizes and participates in person-centered activity programming, including one to one interventions, small region facilitation and large region presentations. Capable of documenting individual participation and value of approaches in medical record. Must demonstrate creativity and strong interest in engaging with residents/patients.
Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Licenses/Certification:
- Certified Recreation Therapist, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Activity Assistant Certified (NCCAP or state-specific) preferred.
Experience:
- Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
- Prefer minimum of 500 hours of experience in activity programming in any setting prior to hire. Different combination of education/experience may qualify, depending on state requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evenings as needed
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16