Activities Assistant Norwalk, CA

Intercommunity Care; Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care facility is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in planning and conducting therapeutic activities for residents. The ideal candidate will have experience in skilled nursing and be self-motivated to engage and entertain residents. This role offers competitive pay in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
• Applicants with an active C.N.A certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily activities for patients, keeping them engaged.
• Plan and participate in outside activities.
• Organize activities to develop interpersonal relationships.

Skills

Experience in skilled nursing facility

Self-starter

Outgoing personality

Motivational skills

Education

Active C.N.A certificate

Job description

We are searching for an Activities Assistant with experience to assist and support the Activities Director in planning, coordinating, conducting and implementing a therapeutic activity program to meet both group and individual patient’s needs and interests. Assists in providing a clean, safe, dignified, happy and healthy environment for residents.

Wed-Sat 8am-4:30pm

WE CARE ABOUT YOUR GROWTH! Grow as a leader and impact lives while getting paid excellent wages in a dynamic team environment.

Activities Staff Requirements

• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 including Booster shots
• At least 1 year of experience working in a skilled nursing facility is preferred
• Applicants with an active C.N.A certificate preferred

Primary Activities Staff Responsibilities

• You will assist in the daily Activities throughout the day for our patients, keeping them engaged and motivated on a daily basis
• An active role in planning and participating in outside activities
• Assists with monthly resident council meetings
• Adapts recreation programs and regulates content of programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents and the facility
• Directs and organizes activities to assist residents to develop interpersonal relationships, to socialize effectively, and to develop confidence needed to participate in-group activities.
• Must be a Self-starter and self-motivated, with an entertaining and outgoing personality
• These qualities will carry over to our patients helping them to stay engaged and entertained
  
  

PAY SCALE: $17-$19

Depending on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, regularly scheduled work shift, knowledge, skills, experience, and expertise

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