Activities Assistant Full-Time

Sequoia Transitional Care; Porterville (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in transitional care is seeking a dedicated Activities Coordinator to enhance the quality of life for residents. This role involves planning and conducting engaging activities, supporting communication among staff and families, and ensuring a clean and organized environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and reasoning skills, as well as a passion for working with the elderly. Join a compassionate team that values community involvement and resident engagement, making a positive impact in the lives of those in care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferably one year of experience in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct individual and group activities for residents.
• Assist in developing monthly activity calendars and maintain attendance records.
• Encourage residents to engage in self-initiated activities.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Mathematical skills

Reasoning skills

Ability to read and comprehend technical procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in a long-term care facility

Job description

Description

Participate in planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities. Assist in providing effective communication between 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. Engage in community planning related to the facility's interests and the needs of residents and their families.

Assist in developing the monthly activity calendar, maintaining attendance records, and supporting the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in implementing corrective actions for 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 schedule of activities, including outings, group activities, and in-room activities for bed-bound or isolated residents. Encourage residents to engage in self-initiated activities such as hobbies, crafts, and reading, providing materials like Braille or audiobooks as needed.

Support assessment documentation and quarterly progress notes as assigned by the Activities Director. Ensure the Activity Department remains clean, organized, and secure.

Supervisory Requirements: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferably one year of experience in a long-term care facility.

Skills:

• Ability to read and comprehend technical procedures, policies, and manuals.
• Effective communication skills to present information and respond to questions from managers and staff.
• Mathematical skills to apply concepts like fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Reasoning skills to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various formats.

Physical Demands: Standing, walking frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching, pushing, pulling often; talking, hearing, tasting, smelling frequently; lifting up to 50 pounds regularly; occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; visual acuity for focus, color, depth, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment: Usually low to moderate noise levels; accommodations available for disabilities as needed.

Additional Information: Management may reassign duties; responsibilities may change due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons. This description provides a general overview and is not exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.