Activities Assistant

Eastern Plumas District Hospital; Portola (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Plumas District Hospital's Portola Campus seeks an Activities Assistant for the SNF/Long Term Care residents. This full-time position covers weekdays, with some night shifts, and includes weekend and holiday coverage as needed.

You will plan, implement and document daily activities, assist with outings and events, and coordinate with the Activity Coordinator to support resident well-being and engagement. Excellent communication and computer skills are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Can be a Certified Nurse Aid, but not required.
• Have a sincere interest in working with the elderly or dependent adults.
• Prior patient care in extended care facilities is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Computer skills and knowledge are required.
• CPR certified (within 6 mos. of hire).

Responsibilities

• To provide weekend and holiday coverage in Activities, and relief coverage in the absence of the Activity Coordinator. To also provide additional coverage for special events and outings.
• To implement fully the daily activity program as indicated on the activity calendar.
• To document in the individual resident’s charts the daily activities of each resident.
• Assist with outings and other activities as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

CPR certified (within 6 mos of hire)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

Computer skills

Job description

We have a current opening for an Activities Assistant for the Skilled Nursing Facility at our Portola Campus. This is a full-time position, five, eight-hour days per week. This position will require working days, and some nights.

Wage Scale

$19-$21

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, and more

Position Summary

The primary function of the Activities Assistant is to assist in the planning, implementation and carrying out of activities of the SNF/Long Term Care Residents.

Position Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Can be a Certified Nurse Aid, but not required
• Have a sincere interest in working with the elderly or dependent adults
• Prior patient care in extended care facilities is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
• Computer skills and knowledge are required
• CPR certified (within 6 mos. of hire)

Primary Responsibilities

• To provide weekend and holiday coverage in Activities, and relief coverage in the absence of the Activity Coordinator. To also provide additional coverage for special events and outings.
• To implement fully the daily activity program as indicated on the activity calendar.
• To document in the individual resident’s charts the daily activities of each resident.
• Assist with outings and other activities as needed.