Geriatric Activities Coordinator

Life Care Center of Burlington; Burlington (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Center of Burlington is seeking an Activities Assistant to help the Director of Activities plan, organize, develop, and direct quality activities for patients in line with Life Care standards and applicable laws and regulations.

The role involves charting patient progress, escorting patients to activities, visiting patients in room, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to deliver engaging recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social programs.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record per Life Care standards.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating quality activity programs (includes entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and education).
• Chart patient progress and behavior.
• Escort patients to and from activities.
• Make regular in room visits to patients uninterested or unable to participate in group activities.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Skills

Arts & crafts

Music activities

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Life Care Center of Burlington is seeking an Activities Assistant to help the Director of Activities plan, organize, develop, and direct quality activities for patients in line with Life Care standards and applicable laws and regulations.

The role involves charting patient progress, escorting patients to activities, visiting patients in room, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to deliver engaging recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social programs.