What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Activity Assistant position at Holiday Retirement Home?
Job Summary :
The activity aide assists the Activity Director to provide group and individual activities for the residents. Duties will involve personal contact with a varying resident population and a varied work schedule that may include some weekend, nights and holidays. Tasks also will involve record keeping, attention to the environment, use of supplies and equipment, and maintenance of storage areas.
Job Specifications : Education :
- Completion of high school or above is preferred.
- Ability to read and write at a high school level is required.
Personal Skill and Traits Desired :
Activity Aide Assigned Tasks :
1. Assist with activities as directed by the Activity Director and in accordance with each resident's plan of care.
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Individual
2. Chaperone scheduled activities away from facility grounds.
3. Help maintain a pleasant and cheerful nursing home environment.
4. Deliver and read mail as needed.
5. Assist with other tasks as directed by the Activity Director.
6. Participate in and promote staff participation in facility-wide special activities such as dress up days and special observances.
7. Attend mandatory facility in-services.
8. Attend activity department in-services or workshops as directed by the Activity Director.
9. Continue the activity program in the absence of the Activity Director.
This job description will be reviewed and / or revised by the Activity Director annually and as needed.
