Activities Assistant for Memory Care (Part-time)

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Opening for Assisted Living-Activities Assistant for Memory Care- PART-TIME

Westminster Communities of Florida is a national leader in senior living and dedicated to a Mission and ministry of service to older adults.

We provide senior living communities offering an active lifestyle and excellent care to our residents

JOB SUMMARY: Provide assigned residents with routine daily nursing care in accordance with nursing care procedures and as directed by supervisor. Preserve resident’s dignity, honor resident rights, provide good customer service, communicate appropriately and adhere to federal and state compliance regulations.

Essential Job Functions

• Carry out daily, hand-on activities in a courteous, compassionate and enthusiastic manner which promotes a feeling of well-being and security in residents.
• Implement age appropriate activities for residents in a manner appropriate for residents’ abilities and which take dignity issues & physical limitations into
  
  

consideration.

• Spend time with individual residents spontaneously, as needs arise, to promote feeling of well-being and security.
• Assist with the preparation of the monthly activity material; distribute calendars and special event notices.
• Update and maintain the “Resident Likes & Dislikes” for planning purposes.
• Fill in Daily Activity Boards on each floor, with dates & times of scheduled activities.
• Maintain records of program/event attendance and notations of any notice of behavioral or physical issues with residents which affect their abilities to participate
  
  

in programs or which interfere with effective programming for other residents.

• Submit documentation and/or notations to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Assist the supervisor with purchasing needs/material for daily or monthly activities for residents.
• Positively promote activities and encourage resident participation.
  
  

Essential Qualifications

Education: Possess a minimum of a high school diploma, with interests in recreation, crafts and music helpful.

Experience And Basic Knowledge

1-2 years experience in recreational activity programs for senior adults in nursing homes or related activities preferred.

Must be familiar with individuals who suffer from dementia or be willing to learn about them.

Interest and abilities in recreation, crafts, art, theater or language arts extremely helpful.

Join the Westminster Family today! We offer:

• Flexible Hours
• Fun Work Environment
• Competitive Wages
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Fitness Facility Onsite
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Café
• Vacation Pay
• Parking
• Career Advancement
• And More!
  
  

EOE, DFWP – “We Honor Those Who Have Served.”

To learn more about our culture and what it is like to work at Westminster Communities of Florida, follow us on our social channels (Facebook and Instagram) at @WestminsterCareers.