Activities Aide - Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center : Job Details

Bishop Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is looking for an Activities Aide to work in our facility in Syracuse, NY.

We just raised our rates!!

CNA certificate is a plus

DUTIES:

• Plans, Creates and Executes a variety of engaging programs for all days of the week, including Sundays and Holidays. Person-Centered activities are planned to be appropriate to the needs of the registrants (includes but are not limited to: exercise and dance, small and large group programs, individual pursuits, sensory activities, clubs, special interests, spiritual and religious activities, community outings)
• Prepares a monthly calendar of activities that is posted in prominent areas and provided to every registrant
• Prepares a monthly staffing schedule for Recreational Assistants
• Ensures that all documentation requirements are met and is experienced in writing Person-Centered Care Plans, Assessments and Progress notes
• Participates in care plan meetings, and any other meeting as directed by the Director
• Develops and maintains a good rapport with all departments involved with the care plan to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing a comprehensive plan of care
• Orders appropriate supplies and equipment for the department
• Plans a monthly resident council meeting. Takes meeting minutes and ensures that all registrant concerns are addressed
• Organizes and coordinates special community outings with registrant interests in mind
• Arranges regular entertainment, parties, seasonal programs, and special events
• Plans and coordinates staff events at the request of the director
• Ensures that the facility is appropriately decorated for Holidays and seasons
• Supervises the volunteer program for the facility
• Adheres to all facility and corporate policies

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have activities/recreation experience in child care setting or adult care setting
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• current CNA/HHA certification a plus