Job Title: Activities Assistant

Department: Activities

Reports To: Activities director

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible to meet the social, spiritual and therapeutic needs of the residents through activities, programming and continued interaction with community groups.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

· Sixteen years of age (min)

· Excellent communication skills

· Strong desire to work with the elderly

· Must be English literate and possess strong written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations

· Knowledgeable with planning, developing and implementing resident crafts

· Well-developed organizations skills

· Valid WI Drivers License

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

· High School diploma or equivalent

· Previous experience in long term care

· CPR certification

· First Aid Certification

· Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; knowledge of MDS 3.0; writing care plans

and progress notes

· Previous experience with planning activities and leading groups

COGNITIVE OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Requires reading, writing, mathematics, drawing conclusions from written or computer generated materials, making decisions from limited information, reporting information, public contact, routine handling multiple priorities, making non-routine or unexpected judgments, reasoning, applying procedures, implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB, DEPARTMENTAL EXPECTATIONS

1. Interviews resident to complete Initial and Annual Assessments

2. Facilitates daily events and programming to meet the needs to the residents.

3. Performs one on one interaction to enhance quality of life.

4. Implements Plan of Care.

5. Plans own programs for monthly calendar.

6. Enable residents to maximize their potential in activity participation through adaption, clues/prompts

and grading.

7. Documents quarterly and annual progress notes into Matrix.

8. Develops resident care plan based on assessment and interview.

9. Other duties: Completes all other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lake Geneva, WI 53147: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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