Activities Assistant

Alameda Care Center; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Care Center is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in planning, coordinating, conducting, and implementing a therapeutic activity program that meets group and individual resident needs. You will help create a clean, safe, and engaging environment for residents, and encourage participation in activities and social interactions.

The role emphasizes hands-on engagement, planning of outside activities, and collaboration with the Activities Director to maintain

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.
• Applicants with an active C.N.A certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily activities to keep residents engaged and motivated.
• Participate in planning and taking part in outside activities.
• Assist with monthly resident council meetings.
• Adapt recreation programs to meet residents' needs and capabilities.
• Direct and organise activities to develop social interaction and confidence.
• Be self-starter with an outgoing personality to engage patients.

Skills

Experience in SNF

CNA preferred

Job description

We are searching for an Activities Assistant with experience to assist and support the Activities Director in planning, coordinating, conducting and implementing a therapeutic activity program to meet both group and individual patient’s needs and interests. Assists in providing a clean, safe, dignified, happy and healthy environment for residents.

WE CARE ABOUT YOUR GROWTH! Grow as a leader and impact lives while getting paid excellent wages in a dynamic team environment.

Activities Staff Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience working in a skilled nursing facility is preferred
• Applicants with an active C.N.A certificate preferred

Primary Activities Staff Responsibilities

• You will assist in the daily Activities throughout the day for our patients, keeping them engaged and motivated on a daily basis
• An active role in planning and participating in outside activities
• Assists with monthly resident council meetings
• Adapts recreation programs and regulates content of programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents and the facility
• Directs and organizes activities to assist residents to develop interpersonal relationships, to socialize effectively, and to develop confidence needed to participate in-group activities.
• Must be a Self-starter and self-motivated, with an entertaining and outgoing personality
• These qualities will carry over to our patients helping them to stay engaged and entertained

PAY SCALE:

Depending on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, regularly scheduled work shift, knowledge, skills, experience, and expertise

This company is an Equal Opportunity / Affluent Action Employer

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