What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant/Driver position at Viva Senior Living?
Job Type
Part-time
Description
POSITION SUMMARY :
The essential functions of the job for the Engagement Assistant , requires, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not limited to the following :
Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.
Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED
Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.
In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather,
evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).
Must adhere to Viva Senior Living's attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loves ones.
Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES
Assist with creating an engaging, home like atmosphere while planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of activities for the residents in accordance with Viva Senior Living's philosophies to maximize resident adjustment, healthy lifestyle, and social satisfaction.
Conduct a variety of activities for the residents and their visiting family members or friends as directed by Live More Director
Uphold morale of residents by offering adequate and diversified engaging activities and plan sufficient supervision for each activity
Inform all residents of upcoming activities referring to the schedule of events on the bulletin board.
Distribute daily activity schedule as per community protocol
Reach out to residents who are confined to their rooms and find forms of one-on-one entertainment that they can participate in
Provide assistance in planning outings to meet various needs of residents
Accompany residents via bus to group events, activities, and houses of worship
Assist residents on and off the bus if necessary
Be innovative and creative to fit the ever-changing day to day circumstances or situations that arise
Adapt activities to keep residents interested and attentive
Maintain a lively, outgoing, inclusive, involved and engaged persona
Maintain a current record of community services, resources, programs, and community materials accessible to staff, residents, and residents' families
Perform all duties and responsibilities deemed appropriate and / or necessary by the Engagement Director and Executive Director
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