What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Assistant position at The Garlands of Barrington?
Job Details
Job Location: The Garlands of Barrington - Barrington, IL
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $15.50 - $15.50 Hourly
Job Category: Health Care CNA /Nurse
Description
Prairieview Activity Assistant: Regardless of position, Garlands employees have the unique opportunity to connect with members, create joy and happiness, mentor positive energy, inspire others and, most of all, be inspired.
Part-time. Every other weekend 8:30-5:00 PM and rotating holiday.
Principle Accountabilities for Activity Assistant:
- Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing the activity programs at The Garlands of Barrington.
- Provide recreation activities: reality orientation, current events, discussion groups, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, special entertainment, outings, special events and one-on-one visits.
- Encourage residents to participate in programming by taking the time to personally invite those residents
- Create an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.
- Participate in community outings off-campus.
- Prepare and maintain accurate records of residents' attendance, progress and response to activities in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinate activities with other departments, and modify program content, times, and locations as necessary.
- Distribute the monthly newsletter of activities to every resident, and is able to clearly answer any questions pertaining to the information contained in the newsletter.
- Serve on, participate in, and attend various committees of The Garlands as appointed.
- Conduct tours of the facility and explain available services to prospective families and residents.
- Assist with components of move-ins as assigned and directed by the Administrator.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities for Activity Assistant:
- Experience working with Alzheimer’s & Dementia in assisted living or long term care environment
- Proven customer service skills
- Compassion, patience and understanding
- Effective communication skills
- Must complete 16 hours of Dementia Training within 1 year of hire.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
- Must be able to tolerate long periods of walking and standing
- Must be able to push customers in wheelchairs.
Salary : $16
