What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Home Activities Assistant 1 - NYS Veterans Home at Batavia position at New York Gov?
Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 03/25/25
Applications Due: 04/08/25
Vacancy ID: 183531
Position Information
NY HELP Yes
Agency Health, Department of
Title Nursing Home Activities Assistant 1 - NYS Veterans Home at Batavia
Occupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit None listed
Salary Range From $22.93 to $22.93 Annually
Employment Type Per Diem
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Must work a minimum of 28 hours each bi-weekly pay period. Additionally, employees must work the equivalent of one weekend per month.
Hours Per Week 28
Workday
From 8 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Genesee
Street Address NYS Veterans Home at Batavia
220 Richmond Avenue
City Batavia
State NY
Zip Code 14020
Job Specifics
Duties Description Creates and modifies activities and programs based on residents’ interests and mental and physical needs to optimize enjoyment. Arranges for a mix of activities, including those provided through outside vendors, community involvement, staff delivery, and off-site activities, such as ball games and country rides. Coordinates activities and programs with other departments and residents’ schedules. Arranges for refreshments and transportation as needed. Observes resident attendance and degree of involvement, documents progress notes as required, and completes the Minimum Data Set (MDS). Assists in setting up and cleaning up activity rooms for scheduled programs. Encourages residents to participate in the various activities and programs offered. Operate facility bus/van for outings.
Minimum Qualifications 1. 12 semester credit hours in therapeutic recreation, arts, crafts, dance, drama, or physical education and one year of experience in direct client care in a geriatric setting*
2. a high school or high school equivalency diploma and two years of experience in direct client care in a geriatric setting*
3. four years of experience in direct client care in a geriatric setting*
*Direct client care experience includes, but is not limited to, attending to patients’ personal hygiene, grooming, nutrition, and daily living needs. Examples of geriatric settings include, but are not limited to skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and adult day care facilities, and senior centers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in a recreation setting and/or fundamental knowledge of recreation programs.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources Management Office
Telephone 585-345-2068
Fax N/A
Email Address humanresourcesbatavia@nysvets.org
Address
Street NYS Veterans Home at Batavia
220 Richmond Avenue
City Batavia
State NY
Zip Code 14020
Notes on Applying If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter & resume to humanresourcesbatavia@nysvets.org.
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