Activities Assistant

Westgate Hills Rehab; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Westgate Hills Rehab in Havertown, PA is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our recreation team. You will plan, implement, and evaluate recreational programs to engage residents across social, cognitive, and emotional aspects.

You will interview residents and families, coordinate with other departments, and help develop care plans. A high school diploma is required, and a fast-paced environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift, transfer, or move residents and equipment as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating recreation programs, including observing resident attendance, mood, behavior, and degree of involvement.
• Participate in community planning, discharge planning, and development of recreation care plans and resident assessments.
• Interview residents and family members to obtain recreation information and involve them in planning recreation programs.
• Coordinate activities with other departments and keep abreast of economic conditions to recommend adjustments in recreation programs.
• Assist in developing and implementing a quality assurance program for the recreation department and participate in facility surveys as necessary.
• Ensure that all charted recreation progress notes are informative and descriptive of services provided and indicate resident response to services.
• Arrange transportation for field trips and assist with in-room residents as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Mobility assistance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Activities Assistant

Job Location: Havertown, Pennsylvania

Company: Westgate Hills

Job Summary:

Westgate Hills Rehab in Havertown, PA is seeking a passionate and dedicated Activities Assistant to join our team! As a key member of our recreation department, you will play a vital role in planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual programs for our residents. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that makes a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating recreation programs, including observing resident attendance, mood, behavior, and degree of involvement
• Participate in community planning, discharge planning, and development of recreation care plans and resident assessments
• Interview residents and family members to obtain recreation information and involve them in planning recreation programs
• Coordinate activities with other departments and keep abreast of economic conditions to recommend adjustments in recreation programs
• Assist in developing and implementing a quality assurance program for the recreation department and participate in facility surveys as necessary
• Ensure that all charted recreation progress notes are informative and descriptive of services provided and indicate resident response to services
• Arrange transportation for field trips and assist with in-room residents as needed

Requirements:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing circumstances
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift, transfer, or move residents and equipment as needed
• High school diploma or equivalent required

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Opportunities for professional growth and development