Activity Assistant Part time - Rolling Hills Healthcare Center : Job Details

We are currently looking to fill a Part Time Activity position to join our team and make a diference in the lives of our residents!

Position Summary:

Assisting the Activity Director in the execution of an exceptional and on-going calendar of events for our residents, this candidate carries out a program of life enrichment activities which provide opportunities for entertainment, socialization, and engagement, as well as excellent guest relations and services for residents in our Skilled Nursing and Sub-Acute settings

Duties include:

• Initiate and promote activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of each resident, while engaging residents in daily leisure activities of their choice following organized timelines
• Conduct and execute indoor and outdoor activity programs
• Assists residents with non-clinical personal needs which may include feeding assistance
• Ability to assess and evaluate overall participant level of functioning to determine appropriate activities and adaptations
• Takes initiative in developing meaningful, supportive relationships with residents

Consistently maintain standards for activity scheduling and documentation established by policies and regulatory requirements.

Solicit the involvement of the community (clubs, groups, organizations, agencies, churches, individuals, etc.) when planning facility activities and events.

• Cleans departmental equipment and organizes supplies, taking initiative to organize and clean other areas when needed.

Maintains records of activity programs and participation of individual residents, identifying progress toward established care plan goals.

Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements

• Performs other duties as assigned based on need of department.

What we offer you:

• Ample paid time off available after 90 days
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401K plan
• Company Paid Time Off

Qualifications:

• Patience and compassion for the elderly, as well as working with individuals who have cognitive, physical or sensory challenges.

Outstanding interpersonal skills with a high level of energy and enthusiasm

Requirements:

• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, every other weekend, rotating holidays or during emergency situations and when other coverage cannot be arranged
• Experience in activities and with Alzheimers residents is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person!
• High school diploma or GED
• Full vaccination including booster (as eligible) required or receive an exemption prior to employment.

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person