Activities Assistant

Burbankhealthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Burbankhealthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant (part-time) to support the Activities Director in planning, coordinating, and implementing therapeutic activities for residents. You will help create a safe, engaging environment and assist with daily activities and community events.

The role favors candidates with at least 1 year of skilled nursing facility experience and a CNA certificate. This position offers a part-time schedule in a resident-centered facility with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Active CNA certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily activities for residents to keep them engaged.
• Plan and participate in outside activities.
• Assist with monthly resident council meetings.
• Adapt recreation programs to meet resident needs and facility capabilities.
• Direct and organize activities to help residents socialize and build confidence.
• Be self-motivated with an outgoing personality.

Skills

Patient engagement

Activity planning

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

CNA certificate 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.

Schedule is Part-time

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 / Affciative Action Employer

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