Acivities Assistant

Position Purpose:

Assist the Activity Director daily resident activity program. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate stimulating activities programming. 

• Create strong & active volunteer program. 

• Communicate regularly with resident families and entire care team

• Prepare and review monthly newsletter & activities calendar. 

• Lead group activities 

• Report and document resident's progress.

• Visits with residents on a one-to-one basis as directed 

• Evaluates and reassesses activity interventions based on interdisciplinary plan of care and makes revisions as appropriate. 

• Ensure documentation meets compliance with regulatory standards.

• Reports to the Activities Director on residents' responses and/ or progress to specific approaches utilized and maintains appropriate documentation. 

• Effectively manages the care of assigned patients using knowledge, skills, judgement and decision-making skills for the specific area. Effectively carries out Activities role as assigned

• Perform additional duties as assigned. 

Education/ Requirements:

At least one-year long-term care or assisted living experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to produce stimulating programs. Strong communication & computer skills required.  Candidates must be SRNA Certified with the KY Board of nursing.