Activities Assistant

Citizenscarefrederick; Frederick, Northern (MD, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Center in Frederick, MD is seeking part-time Activities Assistants to provide engaging group and individual activities to support residents' mental, physical, spiritual and social well-being. Responsibilities include developing and implementing activities, coordinating calendars, assisting with transportation to programs, and maintaining resident records.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, and at least one year of recreation experience; strong

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively (oral and written) in English.
• High School Diploma or GED required; one year recreation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement activities within the facility.
• Motivate residents to participate daily and create interest in activities.
• Plan and maintain individual community calendars and records.
• Assist in transporting residents to and from programs and coordinate with nursing staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Citizens Care & Rehabilitation Center is seeking part-time Activities Assistants to join our team in providing active and passive, group and individual activities that enhance the mental, physical, spiritual and social needs of our residents.

COME JOIN OUR GREAT TEAM!!

Responsibilities/Duties

• Assists in the development and implementation of activities within the facility
• Must be able to create interest in the activities and motivate residents to participate daily
• Must possess the ability to exercise good judgement and make confident ethical decisions
• Must be able to effectively manage time in order to complete multiple tasks
• Assists in planning individual community calendars
• Completes proper assessments and other resident forms; maintains other written records
• Writes an individualized care plans for the residents
• Follows the care plan to implement the resident’s social and recreational programs.
• Assists residents and guests by transporting them to and from programs.
• Communicates with nursing staff the residents and guests participating in functions for the purpose of assistance in transporting.
• Attends In-Service training to maintain and improve competencies.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) in English
• Reports to the Director of Activities
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• High School Graduate or GED equivalent is required.
• One year experience in a recreation setting is preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Promotes positive image of our facility to residents, guests, families and the community.
• Protects the privacy of residents, guests and employees.
• Must have a basic understanding and empathetic approach to the needs of the resident population
• Must have willingness, patience and an aptitude for working with people.
• Exhibits imagination, creativity and “thinking outside the box”.
• Exhibits dependability and punctuality when working as scheduled.
• Requires excellent verbal and written communications skills, and a professional demeanor.
• Projects good judgment and performs all duties satisfactorily while prioritizing projects as assigned.
• Exhibits a spirit of cooperation and has a pleasant, friendly personality.
• Exhibits excellent customer service skills and attention to detail.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, push, pull, balance, reach, grasp, kneel, climb and lift up to 50 pounds.
• The Activities Assistant must meet the physical requirements of the position which include transporting residents in wheelchairs to/from programs as well as on long walks. The Activities Assistant also runs light fitness programs while seated.

Miscellaneous

• We seek an individual who has compassion for the elderly and is dependable.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an energetic person; whether retired or young and has exceptional customer service experience and empathy.
• Annual influenza vaccine is required

Benefits may Include

401(k), 401(k) matching, Life insurance, Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement

Work areas include

• All recreation areas of the facility
• Family rooms/dining rooms
• Resident rooms
• Porches, patios, yards and outside areas
• Off campus trips

Schedule

• Every other weekend
• Holidays rotation

Experience

• Geriatric: 1 year (Preferred)
• Dementia Experience is a plus