Activities Assistant

Futurecare Associates, Inc.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Futurecare Associates, Inc. is seeking an Activities Assistant to enhance the quality of life for residents through engaging activities. This role involves planning, coordinating, and assisting in various programs, ensuring a supportive environment for the elderly. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a passion for working with seniors.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits Package

Flex/Advance Pay

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus

Tuition Assistance

Career Growth Ladder

Matching 401K Plan

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Strong desire to work with the elderly or disabled.
• Previous experience in arts/crafts and/or music highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activity programs to improve residents' quality of life.
• Communicate with Activities Director regarding residents' behavior.
• Document attendance and complete individual participation records.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Patience

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

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Voted 13 years in a row in The Baltimore Sun as a “Top Workplace” and recognized in US Newsweek's publication as “Best Nursing Home,” FutureCare stands out as a leader in managing health care across a continuum of care. We are known for recognizing hard work and dedication and reward our team members for their compassion and care. We offer an Excellent Benefits Package, Flex/Advance Pay, Paid Time Off, Referral Bonus, Employee Assistance Plan, Tuition Assistance, Career Growth Ladder, and a matching 401K Plan.

Overview

FutureCare North Point in Dundalk near Eastpoint is looking for Activities Assistants who work under the direction of the Activities Director in the organization, development, and implementation of the facility activity program. They also assist the Activities Director in providing entertainment, inter-communication, socialization, exercise, relaxation, and opportunities for creative and religious expression.

Responsibilities

1. Assist with many activity programs held daily to improve the quality of life through promotion of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
2. Assist in making daily announcements for R.O., information, weather, resident’s/staff birthday, etc.
3. Assist with fulfilling the sensory needs of those bedridden as well as LYFE participants.
4. Assist in planning the monthly calendar of activities and suggest ideas for future planning.
5. Communicate with Activities director regarding daily problems, concerns, and issues dealing with residents' behavior.
6. Work with volunteers during activities and orient and supervise them along with the Director.
7. Document attendance to activities and complete individual participation records.
8. Attend care plan meetings when assigned.
9. Document inventory of supplies and assist with scheduled outings outside of the facility.
10. Communicate with organization representatives within the community who visit the facility.
11. Act as a representative of the Department in the absence of the Director.
12. Attend administrative meetings as designated.
13. Collaborate with other staff members in conducting events.
14. Abide by the standards in FutureCare’s Statement of Corporate Ethics and the Corporate Compliance Plan.
15. Report any malfunctioning equipment or hazards to the proper department.

Qualifications

1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. 1 year experience working in a skilled nursing facility environment preferred.
3. Strong desire to work with the elderly or disabled.
4. Previous experience in arts/crafts and/or music highly desirable.
5. Ability to handle emotional and behavioral disturbances.
6. Ability to be vivacious and patient in interactions with residents.
7. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as scheduled.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer. FutureCare promotes a work environment that respects dignity and is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind. We welcome all applications.