Activity Assistant

Allure; Geneseo (IL); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Allure in Geneseo, Illinois, is seeking a part-time Activities Assistant to support the implementation of activities programs. This role includes assisting the Activity Director in planning and conducting activities tailored to residents' needs, maintaining participation records, and ensuring compliance with infection control procedures.

The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to follow instructions. Starting pay is from $15.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Completes assignments timely, completely, and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist Activity Director in implementing programs of individual and group activities based on residents’ needs.
• Document all interactions with residents and families as required.
• Plan and conduct activity programs to assist residents returning to the community.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Under direction and supervision of the Activities Director, the Activities Assistant position assists and supports the implementation of the activities program.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Completes assignments timely, completely and accurately

Essential Functions

• Assist Activity Director in implementing programs of individual and group activities based on residents’ needs.
• Document all interaction with resident and/or family in the assessment, care plan and progress notes as required by federal and state requirements.
• Assist Activity Director in planning and conducting activity programs to assist residents return to the community.
• Assist Activity Director in planning and implementing evening and weekend functions as necessary.
• Assist in scheduling and supervising volunteers.
• Assist in implementing community events related to residents’ interests.
• Assist in scheduling and implementing room visits and in-room activities for residents unable to leave their rooms.
• Schedule and implement indoor and outdoor activity programs.
• Maintain records of participation in activities and resident response or lack of response to activities.
• Prepare materials and equipment for activities and maintain an adequate supply of materials to implement programs and report to Director.
• Deliver personal mail to residents; read upon request or as appropriate.
• Interact with residents in accordance with resident’s rights and other regulations and facility policies.
• Observe infection control procedures related to the Activity Program.

Delegation of Authority

• Assist the activity director in implementing an activity program to meet each resident’s needs.
• Maintain the resources needed for each resident’s activity needs.
• Assist the Activity Director with required record keeping.

Position reports to: Activity Coordinator

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations: Facility complies with all IDPH Covid-19 policies