What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant - B Unit 40 hour Days position at MAINE VETERANS HOMES?
Maine Veterans’ Homes is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to serving Maine’s veterans and families. Our vision is to be the Provider and Employer of Choice while recognizing our special role as a Veteran Advocate, and “Caring for Those Who Served.” All six of our facilities have been recognized by the American Health Care Association with awards for Achievement in Quality, placing them in the top five percent of nursing homes across the nation.
Improve Quality of Life for Our Veterans - We are seeking an energetic, engaging, self-motivated individual to join our Activities team.
The Activities Assistant is responsible for providing meaningful activities to the residents and works collaboratively with the Activities team to maintain a steady flow of activities that are designed to meet the physical, mental, and social well-being of our residents.
Requirements:- Ability organize and direct small and large group activities
- Interest in activities and working with the geriatric population
- Must have flexibility to work some weekends and holidays
- Geriatric activities experience preferred
- CNA certification a plus
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
- Requires proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Ability to understand and respond to residents’ needs and inquiries in English is required.
- Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally and in writing, in English, is required.
- Basic computer skills
Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
