Geriatric Activities Coordinator

Life Care Centers of America; Florida; On-site; USD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Florida is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Director of Activities by planning, organizing, developing, and directing quality activities for patients, ensuring needs are met while complying with laws and Life Care standards.

The role involves assisting with entertainment, exercise, relaxation and education programs; charting patient progress; escorting patients to activities; and participating in an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to plan and implement activity programs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating quality activity programs.
• Chart patient progress and behavior descriptively.
• Escort patients to and from activities.
• Make regular in room visits to patients uninterested or unable to participate.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Independent decision making

Arts crafts music

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Life Care Centers of America in Florida is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Director of Activities by planning, organizing, developing, and directing quality activities for patients, ensuring needs are met while complying with laws and Life Care standards.

The role involves assisting with entertainment, exercise, relaxation and education programs; charting patient progress; escorting patients to activities; and participating in an interdisciplinary team.