Activity Assistant

The Waters; LaGrange (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waters is seeking an Activity Assistant to support our activity program for residents. You will help carry out planned activities, transport residents as needed, and perform light clerical tasks in accordance with regulations and policies.

Responsibilities include assisting in group activities, preparing equipment and ensuring safety, maintaining equipment records, and contributing to program planning to promote socialization, relaxation and exercise for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out activity programs for residents.
• Prepare equipment and ensure safety during activities.
• Lead participants in group activities such as exercise or arts.
• Maintain records of equipment use.
• Plan programs to promote socialization, relaxation, and exercise.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Motivation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Now Hiring an Activity Assistant to join our TEAM!!!

The Activity Aide assists the Activity Director in carrying out a planned activity program for residents. Maintains records, transports residents to and from activities. Performs varied clerical and department maintenance functions. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Aides assist the recreational activities leader or activities director, helping patients or participants use equipment and supplies. Activities may include arts and crafts, outdoor activities, sports, music or drama.
• Prepares equipment and ensures the safety of patients or participants in the activity.
• Assist in leading the participants in group activities, such as an exercise class or art project.
• Proper record keeping of equipment and its use.
• Assist in planning programs for residents, which can help to provide socialization, relaxation and exercise.

Education/Experience:

• Must possess a high school diploma
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team

Additional Skills

Activity aides should be energetic and personable to work with residents or participants. The aide should have the ability to motivate others to participate in activities. The worker should also be sensitive to the needs of each individual patient or participant

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Continental complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.