Activities Assistant - PD

BUCKS COUNTY; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Activities Assistant to support the Director of Recreation Therapy. This role involves assisting in the implementation of therapeutic programs for residents, monitoring their progress, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience working with the geriatric population and a passion for engaging in creative activities. Join a supportive team that values the well-being of its residents and offers a flexible work schedule tailored to departmental needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while developing your skills in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• One year’s experience working directly with geriatric population.
• Ability to engage in music, art, and crafts for activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting individual and group programs for residents.
• Monitor and document resident involvement and progress.

Skills

Experience with geriatric population

Ability in music, art, crafts

Problem solving

Effective communication

Self-motivation

Education

Special training in geriatric activity programming

Job description

Career Opportunities

How to Apply:

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in a position, complete a job application. When the online application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. You also have the option of visiting one of our two locations to complete an online application from a computer kiosk:

• Human Resources - Doylestown
• Neshaminy Manor Nursing Home

If you are currently employed with the County of Bucks, complete an internal posting form within the online application or County Intranet. Be sure to select "current employee" to enter your employee number, upload your resume, and complete a typing test if needed.

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Responsible for assisting the Director of Recreation Therapy and the Assistant Therapeutic Recreation Director in following the specific treatment plan as established during the interdisciplinary care planning process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists and conducts one-on-one, unit, and larger programs.
• Monitors and documents resident involvement and progress as established by state or federal regulations.
• Establishes short- and long-term goals that are measurable, specific, and time-oriented for each resident under his/her care.
• Reports increase and/or decrease in functioning of residents to Director for review of care plan.
• Follows established program directives, policies, and practices.
• Obeys all safety rules and regulations.
• May be required to perform additional work that follows prescribed or well-established procedures that can be learned within a reasonable time by training on the job. More detailed instructions as to the nature of their duties will be given to employees at the beginning of work.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to residents and other county employees.
• Ability to write clear, concise resident-care notes that meet state and federal regulations.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work without supervision.
• Work schedule is flexible, variable, and based on departmental need.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• One year’s experience working with (direct involvement) a geriatric population.
• One year’s special training, education, or experience in programs that are considered appropriate to geriatric activity programming.
• Exhibit ability in any or all of the following areas: music, art, crafts, and innovative unit programs.

Position: Activities Assistant

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demands: (Check all that apply)

• Stooping
• Pushing
• Climbing
• Crouching
• Pulling
• Kneeling
• Standing
• Talking
• Turning
• Reaching
• Hearing
• Depth Perception
• Mobility

Aptitudes: (Check all that apply)

• Form perception
• Problem solving
• Motor coordination
• Working speed (ex.wpm)
• Computer/VDT ability
• General learning ability
• Clerical perception

Environmental Conditions: (Check all that apply)

• Extreme cold
• Extreme heat
• Temperature changes
• Wet conditions
• Humid conditions
• Exposure to fumes
• Exposure to blood and body fluids
• Noise and vibration
• Exposure to chemicals
• Inclement weather conditions
• Inside/outside weather conditions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.