Activities Assistant Part Time

Linwood Meadows Care Center; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Activities Coordinator to enhance the quality of life for residents through engaging activities. In this role, you will plan and conduct various activities, ensuring effective communication among staff, residents, and families. You'll also assist in developing monthly schedules, maintain documentation, and support community planning efforts. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve while working in a supportive environment that values collaboration and creativity.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a long-term care facility preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical procedures and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct individual and group activities for residents.
• Assist with documentation and maintain cleanliness of the Activity Department.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Mathematical concepts

Education

High school diploma

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 and residents' needs. Assist in developing the monthly activity calendar and maintaining attendance records.

Support the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in developing and implementing corrective plans for quality deficiencies as requested by the Activities Director. Participate in discharge planning, development, and implementation of activity care plans, and resident assessments. Arrange transportation for residents for outings, appointments, or discharges as needed.

Assist in creating a monthly activity schedule that includes outings, group activities, and in-room activities for residents who are bed-bound or isolated. Encourage residents to participate in self-initiated activities such as hobbies, crafts, and reading. Provide necessary materials, including Braille or audio books when appropriate.

Assist with documentation, including quarterly progress notes and assessments, as assigned by the Activities Director. Maintain the cleanliness, orderliness, and security of the Activity Department.

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.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical procedures, policies, and manuals.
• Effective communication skills to present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret various instructions.

Physical Demands: Standing, walking frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching, pushing, pulling frequently; talking and hearing frequently; tasting and smelling frequently; lifting up to 50 pounds; occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, with the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: Usually low to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information: Management may reassign duties and responsibilities as needed. This description provides a general overview and is not exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.