What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant - Senior Living SNF Salem OR position at Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside?
Activities Assistant
Status: Part-Time
Friday-Saturday-Sunday Only
Location: Avamere Transitional Care of Sunnyside in Salem, Oregon
Apply at: www.teamavamere.com
We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Activities Assistant to join our team at Avamere Rehab Park West. This role is crucial in enhancing the quality of life for our residents by organizing and facilitating engaging activities tailored to their needs and preferences. The ideal candidate is creative, patient, and passionate about creating meaningful experiences for older adults in a skilled nursing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Set up, implement, and clean up resident group and individual activities
- Coordinate with other departments as necessary and in conjunction with resident care plans
- Ensure that all charted activity progress notes are informative and descriptive of the services provided and indicate the resident's response to the service
- Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, report, etc., and submitting such to the Activity Director as required
- Supervise scheduled resident smoking breaks outdoors to ensure the safety of residents
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Able to self-direct, switch directions, and complete tasks despite frequent interruptions
- Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Able to sit, stand, and walk frequently throughout the work day
- Possess patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as being willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning
Employee Perks:
- Tuition assistance
- Mentorship opportunities & Career development
- Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and more
- Generous employee referral bonus program
- Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
- 401K retirement plan with employer match
- Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage
Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
Education
Preferred- High School or equiv or better
