Activities Assistant

Futurecare Associates, Inc.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Futurecare Associates, Inc. in West Palm Beach, Florida is looking for Activities Assistants to help organize and implement engaging activities for residents. The role focuses on enhancing the quality of life for the elderly and disabled individuals through various programs.

Successful candidates will have a high school diploma, experience in a nursing facility is preferred, and a strong desire to work with elderly populations. Competitive pay of $16.50 – $17.00 per hour will be offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Strong desire to work with the elderly or disabled is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activity programs to promote well-being.
• Document attendance and individual participation in activities.
• Communicate with the Activities Director about issues and concerns.

Skills

Desire to work with elderly

Ability to handle emotional disturbances

Arts and crafts experience

Music experience

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

At FutureCare, Activities Assistants work under the direction of the Activities Director to organize, develop, and implement the facility activity program. They also assist in providing entertainment, inter‑communication, socialization, exercise, relaxation, and opportunities for creative and religious expression.

Salary

Competitive Pay $16.50 – $17.00 per hour.

The salary mentioned above reflects the potential base pay range for this role. Bonuses or other incentives (if applicable) are offered separately and paid pursuant to the relevant program schedule. All employment offers will consider such factors as overall experience, job‑related qualifications, location, certifications/training, and other relevant factors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with many activity programs held daily to improve quality of life through promotion of physical, mental, and spiritual well‑being.
• Assist in making daily announcements for R.O., information, weather, resident’s/staff birthday, etc.
• Assist with fulfilling the sensory needs of those bedridden as well as LYFE participants.
• Assist in planning the monthly calendar of activities and suggest ideas for future planning.
• Communicate with the Activities Director regarding daily problems, concerns, and issues dealing with resident’s behavior.
• Work with volunteers during activities.
• Orient and supervise volunteers alongside the Director.
• Document attendance to activities and complete individual participation records.
• Attend care plans when assigned.
• Document inventory of supplies.
• Assist and participate in scheduled outings outside of the facility.
• Communicate with organization representatives within the community who visit the facility.
• Act as representative of the Department in the absence of the Director.
• Attend administrative meetings as designated.
• Collaborate with other staff members in conducting events.
• Abide by the standards identified in FutureCare’s Statement of Corporate Ethics and the Corporate Compliance Plan.
• Report any malfunctioning equipment to the proper department.
• Report any observed hazards to the proper department.

Qualifications

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

FutureCare has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all and welcome all applications.