What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant position at Horizon Health and Subacute Center?
Horizon Health and Subacute, Fresno
Activities Assistant $16.50
Fulltime: Tues, Weds & Thurs 11:30a- 8:00p and Friday & Saturday 8:30a- 5:00p
Generations Healthcare is in search of an Activities Assistant to join our team. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities have an outstanding reputation in the healthcare industry with an excellent rating for quality patient care. We are committed to providing kind, competent and compassionate services to those entrusted to our care and an enjoyable work environment for our staff. If you are passionate about helping residents meet their full potential, then this is the right place for you.
Position Overview:
The primary role of the Activities Assistant position is to plan, coordinate and implement engaging, entertaining, and therapeutic activity programs to meet the residents’ needs. Development and evaluation of recreational, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual programs, in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by supervisors.
Essential Duties (include but are not limited to):
- Delivery of Services and Programs for Resident Activities.
- Resident/Family/Client/Guest/Staff Relations.
- Activity Planning.
- Regulatory Compliance.
- Volunteer Management in absence of Supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster (if eligible) will be required for all facility employees (requests for accommodation due to medical exemption or religious belief will be reviewed).
- Ability to demonstrate respect for and patience with retirement age residents, and desire to enhance residents’ lives.
- Ability to utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, and Publisher.
- Focused attention to detail and the ability to effectively handle multiple items/tasks, prioritize as required and adapt favorably to changing priorities.
- Effective ability to make appropriate judgments and decisions, in a timely manner and within the context of the situation at hand.
- Ability to effectively respond to emergency and/or crisis situations.
- Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter.
- Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal direction in English.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive compensation package, rewarding healthcare benefits and excellent career growth opportunities.
Please note: This position requires the successful completion of a background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening as part of the hiring process.
Salary : $17
