Activities Assistant - FT

REEDWOOD; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Portland is seeking an Activities Coordinator to facilitate engaging activities for residents in a long-term care facility. The role involves planning activities, ensuring effective communication, and supporting resident engagement. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in similar settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in a long-term care facility preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting individual and group activities.
• Develop and implement activity care plans.
• Support documentation and maintain attendance records.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Mathematical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Participate in planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities. Assist in facilitating effective communication among employees at all levels, residents, their families, support personnel, government agencies, and the public to meet the needs and interests of residents, the community, and the facility. Contribute to community planning related to the facility's interests and the needs of residents and their families. Assist in developing the monthly activity calendar and maintaining attendance records. Support the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in creating and implementing plans to address identified quality deficiencies as directed by the Activities Director. Participate in discharge planning, develop and implement activity care plans, and conduct resident assessments. Help arrange transportation for residents for outings, appointments, or discharges. Assist in creating a monthly activity schedule that includes outings, scheduled group activities, and in-room activities for residents who are bed-bound or isolated. Encourage residents to engage in self-initiated activities such as hobbies, crafts, and reading, providing necessary materials, including Braille or audiobooks as appropriate. Assist with documentation, quarterly progress notes, and ensure the Activity Department remains clean, orderly, and secure. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferable experience in a long-term care facility. Skills required include the ability to read and comprehend policies and procedures, present information effectively, and apply mathematical concepts like fractions and percentages. Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems is essential. The physical demands involve frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, talking, hearing, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The work environment is typically low to moderate noise, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.