What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant position at Kissito Healthcare, Inc.?
Bland Nursing and Rehab is seeking an enthusiastic and caring individual to assist in the enrichment of the daily lives of our residents!
The Activities Assistant reports to the Director of Activities and is responsible for assisting in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of an on-going program of activities designed to meet the interests and the physical, mental and psychological well-being of each resident in accordance with the comprehensive assessment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with planning, implementation and evaluation of all activities programs.
· Prepare activity area for scheduled functions. Move/arrange equipment and supplies.
· Clean up activity areas after completing activity functions.
· Create decorations, set up necessary equipment and create crafts.
· Assist in scheduling movies, planning parties, and providing games/activities for residents.
· Order and maintain adequate levels of materials to implement activity programs.
· Escort residents to and from activities areas.
· Transport residents to activity functions held offsite using the facility van.
· Make routine one-on-one visits to residents not able to participate in activity programs.
· Assist in developing and implementing care plans and resident assessments.
· Observe resident attendance, mood, behavior, and degree of involvement. Ensure that resident attendance and participation in Activities programs are documented with reference to their response to the program noting both active and passive participation.
· Ensure all charted activity notes are informative and descriptive of the services provided.
· Interview residents or family members to obtain activity information.
· Supervise and schedule volunteers, as directed.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
