Activities Assistant-Non CNA - Weekends

Solaris HealthCare; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance & disability

Uniforms provided

Shift differentials

ETO & holidays

Advanced pay

Job summary

Solaris HealthCare Windermere in Orlando, FL is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in planning and delivering therapeutic recreational programs for residents. You will help coordinate group and individual activities that enhance daily living and well-being.

The role requires a High School Diploma with recreation coursework, ability to read and write, and is preferred with prior activity-leading experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with coursework in recreation is desirable
• Ability to read and write is required
• Completion of a state approved activity-training course is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing and delivering therapeutic recreational services.
• Maintains precautions/attendance documentation for residents.
• Supports coordination of volunteers and the activity calendar.
• Assists with preparing activity materials and supplies.
• Supports Resident Council meetings and community events.
• Ensures safety, sanitation, and documentation per policy.

Skills

Recreational activities leadership

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma with coursework in recreation

Job description

Solaris HealthCare Windermere is now hiring. We are looking for caring individuals to provide outstanding care to our residents each and every day.

We are located at 4875 Cason Cover Dr, Orlando, FL 32811.

Benefits

• Affordable Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (family options included)
• Advanced Pay - get paid when YOU want
• 401k with Company Match - plan for your future
• Generous ETO, Holidays & Sick Time - we value work life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement - invest in your growth
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage - peace of mind for you & your family
• Uniforms Provided & Perks Programs - we've got your covered
• Shift Differentials depending on location, position & shift!

This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening. https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Purpose of Your Job Position

The primary purpose of your job position is to support the efforts of the Activities Director in the assessing, selecting, organizing, and implementing of recreational services to address the individualized needs and interests of the overall resident/patient population within the center, in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and Solaris HealthCare’s established policies and procedures.

Job Functions

• General Responsibilities
• Residents Rights
• Activities Assistant Responsibilities
  • Assists in the development and delivery of therapeutic recreational services to promote the residents’ opportunities for engaging in normal life enhancement pursuits and to increase and/or maintain functioning levels.
  • Maintains precautions/limitations list on each resident.
  • Encourages resident participation in group and individual activities including arts/crafts, community outings, religious activities, intellectual/educational activities, community/center service activities, recreational activities, etc.
  • Assists in completing activity documentation, when needed.
  • Copies forms for activities, as needed.
  • Submits supplies list to Activity Director and submits receipts for activity expenditures.
  • Assists Activity Director in the organization and supervision of the volunteer program including recruiting and training volunteers.
  • Assists with Resident Council Meetings when necessary.
  • Assists in planning community activities that jointly include the community, staff, families and residents.
  • Assists in the completion of a monthly calendar of available recreational services and posts it in the center.
  • Supports each resident’s right to self determination; Documents resident refusal of activity services offered; informs resident of any therapeutic alternative to the refused service.
  • Assists in the development of the Center Newsletter, as applicable.
  • Implements activity programs in the absence of the Activities Director, as applicable
  • Coordinates activities of Welcoming Committee including obtaining weekly list of new residents, purchasing flowers, and preparing them for committee welcoming events.
  • Charts individual resident’s attendance and participation in both group, individual and one on one recreational pursuits daily.
• Staff Development
• Safety and Sanitation
• Administrative Responsibilities
• Special Activities/Attributes

Education

High School Diploma with coursework in recreation is desirable; Ability to read and write, required. Completion of a state approved activity-training course is preferred but not required.

Experience

Previous experience in leading recreational activities, arts/crafts, intellectual/educational activities, community outings, etc., desired.