What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Assistant position at Brighton Rehabilitation & Wellness Center?
Brighton Rehabilitation & Wellness Center -
The primary purpose of the job position is provide recreational activities for residents by assisting in planning, conducting, evaluation and participating in one on one and group activity programs. Ensures a safe environment.
Education & Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited high school or GED preferred.
Artistic background or previous instruction from a certified activity consultant
Ability to lead group programs
A physical examination and / or evidence from a physician indicating freedom of communicable disease to be available upon employment.
Must be in good physical and mental health.
Ability to work independently or part of a group.
Effectively communicate with others.
Experience
Previous long-term care or experience working with the elderly or disabled is desirable
Computer experience using Windows based software preferred.
Specific Requirements
Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, resident, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel, and the general public.
Knowledge of elderly ill and / or disabled.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Basic understanding of following step-by-step procedures.
Follows and understands written and oral directions.
Knowledge of equipment used in long-term care (e.g., lifts, wheelchairs, Geri chairs, and scales).
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Physical and Sensory Requirements
With or without the aid of mechanical devices)
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with resident personnel, and support agencies.
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
Must be able to push, pull, move, and / or lift a minimum of 50 (fifty) pounds to a minimum height of 4 (four) feet and be able to push, move, and / or carry such weight a minimum distance of 2 (two) feet.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
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