Activities Assistant / Weekend

NHC HealthCare, Charleston; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive full-time package

Part-time benefits

Job summary

West Meade Place is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our team and provide therapeutic programs tailored to each resident's needs, with a focus on fun and meaningful engagement for seniors.

The role requires CNA certification and weekend availability (Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday 10am-6pm). You will develop wellness activities, complete care plans, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with staff.

Qualifications

• Must be CNA certified.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work with seniors and families.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a wellness program for Long Term Care, Memory Care or Rehab patients (including some weekend/holiday hours).
• Timely completion of assessments, care plans and related paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal programming guidelines.
• Bring the “fun” and engaging activities to residents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA certification

Strong communication

Team player

Creative

Time management

Basic typing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Publisher

Job description

Activities Assistant At West Meade Place - Weekends Required

Must be Certified CNA

West Meade Place

is looking for a an Activity Assistant to join our fun team and assist in providing therapeutic programs which meets each patient's "individual" needs while providing an atmosphere of FUN and ENJOYMENT and other duties as requested. Applicant must have a desire to work with seniors, be compassionate, caring and creative. The ideal candidate must be creative, energetic, and have knowledge of the domains of wellness as it relates to programming in long term care. Your goal would be to provide daily meaningful activities that enhance the quality of life for our residents.

Saturday 9am-5pm

Sunday: 10am-6pm

Specifically You Are Responsible For

• Developing and implementing a well-rounded wellness program for Long Term Care, Memory Care or Rehab patients as assigned (This will include some weekend and/or holiday hours)
• Timely completion of assessments, care plans and associated paperwork
• Ensuring that all local, State and Federal guidelines regarding programming are met
• Bringing the “fun”
• Other duties as assigned

Other Important Skills Are

• Strong communication and time management
• Ability to be a team player and work with other departments to build staff morale
• Basic typing and computer skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Publisher specifically for producing monthly calendars and newsletters along with other external and internal marketing material

Requirements

• Must be self-motivated, creative with positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm
• Must be able to work with family members, partners, and the community
• Must have High School Diploma or GED

Benefits

• West Meade Place offers a competitive compensation package for full time employment including health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, paid time off, 401 (k) with generous company match, and more.
• We offer competitive rates and benefits for part time employment including dental, vision, disability insurance, 401 (k) with generous company match, and more.

National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality long-term care. Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration ... and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.

EOE