What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Assistant position at Westminster Village Inc?
Description
Are you passionate about turning ordinary moments into unforgettable experiences? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where creativity and enthusiasm drive success? Join us as an Activity Assistant at Westminster Village, where your unique talents will help shape vibrant, engaging programs with our residents that inspire and delight.
As an Activity Assistant, it will involve coordinating and implementing routine duties and providing group and individual activities for our residents. As well as some record keeping, attention to the environment, use of supplies and equipment, and maintenance of storage areas.
Westminster Village is seeking an individual available part time working from 12:30pm-5pm Monday and Tuesday, every other Wednesday, Friday and weekends (8:30am-5p). Westminster offers a competitive wage scale with an annual increase. The wage scale for this position is $15 - $20.28 per hour. We offer fantastic benefits included in the link below:
Westminster Village Benefits
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Duties:
- Responsibility for assisting in planning, organizing, coordinating, and executing a well-diversified and balanced activity program encompassing recreational, diversional, religious, intellectual, and community service.
- To attend all meetings (including informational and educational) as deemed necessary by supervisor.
- To confer with the Administrator and DON regarding departmental issues.
- Assist in guiding and supervising volunteers.
- Assist in the planning and operation of activity programs such as newspaper, resident council, special events, aviary, movies, etc. as directed by supervisor. Some of the events may be held on holidays or weekends.
- Assist with Minimum Data Set assessments of residents as needed.
- Assist with Resident Care Process.
- Assist in keeping up-to-date records of patients' participation schedules, resource material and other statistical information as necessary and required by State and Federal governmental regulations.
- Assist in 1:1 visits with residents, and document accordingly.
- Obtain necessary and required approval for any independent activities with residents.
- Other duties as assigned by the Activity Director or Administrator.
Requirements
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. Previous work experience in a nursing home preferred. Ability to work with older adults and understand the aging process. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. Must have a good driving record in order to obtain and maintain a State of Illinois Jo5 Driver’s License.
Salary : $15 - $20
