Activities Assistant

Trio Healthcare; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Virginia is seeking an Activities Coordinator to plan, organize, and direct programs for residents. This role focuses on fulfilling psychological and social needs through engaging activities and requires a high school diploma along with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

UKG Wallet - access pay on demand

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a resident activities program preferred.
• Completion of a state-approved training course or willingness to complete one.
• Genuine care and interest in elderly and disabled individuals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct activities providing entertainment, exercise, and relaxation.
• Assist individuals with impairments in exploring appropriate leisure pursuits.

Skills

Creative skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with disabilities

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Why a career with us?

When you join our team, you’ll work alongside extraordinary teammates who share our passion for helping others.

• We offer UKG Wallet – our on-demand mobile app that allows you to access your pay when you want it. With UKG Wallet, you can make every day a PAY DAY.

General Purpose:

Plan, organize, and direct a program of activities that provide entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression, fulfilling basic psychological, social, and spiritual needs for all residents of the facility. Assist individuals with physical, emotional, and cognitive impairments and their families in exploring appropriate leisure pursuits.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior experience in a resident activities program in a healthcare setting preferred
• Completion of a state-approved training course or willingness to complete one within six months of employment
• Excellent creative and communication skills
• Ability to work with individuals with cognitive, physical, or sensory disabilities
• Knowledge of how an Activity Department functions in a nursing facility
• Understanding of regulatory requirements for activity programs in long-term care facilities
• High energy and enthusiasm with outstanding interpersonal skills
• Experience working with volunteers and developing volunteer programs
• Ability to organize, document, and implement detailed programs
• Genuine care and interest in elderly and disabled individuals in a nursing facility
• Compliance with Resident Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures
• Ability to perform work tasks within physical demand requirements
• Perform essential duties as outlined above

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