What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant position at The Gardens at Stevens?
The Gardens at Stevens is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our skilled nursing facilityin Stevens, PA.
Activities Assistant conducts activities for residents, under the direction of the Director of Activities.
Starting Rate : $11.25
Shift Available : Full Time 8a-4 : 30p
Responsibilities :
The Activities Assistant is responsible for ensuring that the emotional, recreational, and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis.
- Assists residents to accomplish normal activities of living, ex : writing letters, making phone calls, registering to vote, etc.
- Assists with record keeping of residents' progress and activity attendance.
- Assist mail delivery, escorting residents to the activity programs, flower / plant care within the facility, pet / fish care, preparation of monthly newsletter, fund-raising efforts, and making morning announcements over P.A. system.
- Directs or carries out a program of activities which will provide entertainment, inter-communication, exercise, relaxation, and opportunities to express creative talents and fulfill basic psychological, social, and spiritual needs as planned by the Activities Director.
- Provides the resident with craft supplies, materials, and equipment and supervises patients during craft activities.
- Helps the residents to utilize their potential by encouraging them to work on crafts, paints, etc.
Qualifications :
Benefits :
We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including :
Benefits, as well as bonuses and variable compensation plans, are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.
Salary : $2,625 - $5,250
