What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Assistant position at Warren Nursing & Rehab?
- Planning and organizing activities: Brainstorming ideas for recreational activities, creating activity schedules, and coordinating with other staff to implement programs.
- Leading group activities: Facilitating various activities like arts and crafts, games, exercise classes, outings, and social events, while adapting them to suit individual abilities.
- Safety monitoring: Ensuring the safety of participants during activities by providing necessary assistance and addressing any potential risks.
- Setting up and cleaning up: Preparing activity spaces with necessary supplies, materials, and equipment, and cleaning up after activities.
- Maintaining records: Documenting attendance, activity details, and participant feedback.
- Communication and collaboration: Working with other staff members like nurses, caregivers, and activity directors to coordinate activities and ensure participant needs are met.
Required skills and qualities:
- Excellent communication skills: Ability to interact effectively with individuals of varying abilities and backgrounds.
- Creativity and initiative: Generating engaging and diverse activity ideas to cater to different interests.
- Organizational skills: Managing activity schedules, supplies, and participant information efficiently.
- Patience and empathy: Understanding and adapting to the needs of individuals with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
- Physical ability: Ability to assist with mobility needs and set up activity spaces.
