Therapeutic Activities Assistant

Civita Health; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Athena Health Care Systems in Bristol is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our recreation team at Sheriden Woods Health Care Center. You will support the Therapeutic Recreation staff in planning and guiding activities designed to meet each resident’s interests and well-being.

You must have a high school diploma (we can train the right candidate). Responsibilities include visiting residents, documenting findings, encouraging participation, and helping set care goals within the team.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• We can train the right candidate!
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and provisions of patient care by visiting residents regularly to evaluate needs.
• Document and report to the nursing department any unusual or significant findings.
• Report all reportable events immediately in accordance with our policy.
• Encourage residents to take part in activities of daily living that stimulate them physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
• Spend duty time with residents rather than with other facility staff.
• Assist with and follow through on the establishment of resident care goals within the framework of the entire therapeutic team.

Skills

Reading/writing English

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Privacy compliance

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Athena Health Care Systems in Bristol is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our recreation team at Sheriden Woods Health Care Center. You will support the Therapeutic Recreation staff in planning and guiding activities designed to meet each resident’s interests and well-being.

You must have a high school diploma (we can train the right candidate). Responsibilities include visiting residents, documenting findings, encouraging participation, and helping set care goals within the team.