Activites Assistant

Gateway Post Acute

Participate in planning and conducting activities
Maintain attendance records and activity calendars
Assist with resident assessments and care plans
The primary purpose is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.
  • The role involves participating in discharge planning, developing activity care plans, and assisting the Quality Assurance Committee with corrective action plans.
  • Employees must be able to read technical procedures, apply mathematical concepts like ratios and percentages, and effectively present information to various stakeholders.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Participate in planning and conducting activities
  • Maintain attendance records and activity calendars
  • Assist with resident assessments and care plans
  • Arrange transportation for resident outings
  • Provide materials including Braille or audio books

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in long term care facility preferred
  • Ability to encourage self-initiated resident activities
  • Effective communication with families and staff
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One-year experience in long term care facility (preferred)
  • Ability to read policy and procedure manuals
  • Physical ability to stand, walk, and lift 50 pounds frequently

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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