Activities Assistant

Tennessee State Veterans’ Homes; Humboldt (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterans' home in Tennessee is seeking a dedicated individual for planning and implementing activity programs. The role involves engaging with residents and families, monitoring participation, and ensuring the effectiveness of programs. Applicants should possess strong communication skills and preferably experience in a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with activities in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to interact well with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing and evaluating activity programs.
• Observe and report resident behavior and mood.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the activity programs of this facility.
• Observe resident attendance, mood, behavior, and degree of involvement so that facility activities and resident progress are evaluated, by noting, reporting, and charting resident behavior.
• Involve the resident/family in planning activity programs when possible
• Interview Residents or family members to obtain activity information.
• Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
• Implement and follow activity policies and procedures as directed by the Activity Director.
• Involve the resident/family in planning objectives and goals for the resident.
• Provide supervision for the volunteer program.
• Assists other staff as needed.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience with activities, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Must have good communication skills and the ability to interact well with others.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred but not mandatory.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or equivalent preferred and previous experience in a long-term care or hospital setting is preferred

This position works weekends also.

NOTICE: This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position. Employment and Professional References Required.