Activity Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Activity Assistant

Department:  Administration 

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt 

Reports to: Activity Director

JOB SUMMARY:

The Activity Assistant leads scheduled activities programs for the residents, is responsible for recording attendance to the activities and performs other duties as assigned by the Activity Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads resident scheduled activities under the direction of the Activity Director and in cooperation with appropriate resident support groups and Community departments.
• Consults and works with other departments in implementing appropriate activities as they relate to the physical, emotional and social needs of the individual residents.
• Coordinates scheduled resident activities and programs, which are sponsored by community groups.
• Assists with Community volunteers.
• Works closely with other departments to maximize the level of functioning for community residents.
• Treat residents, families and visitors of the Community with dignity and respect. 
• Assists in maintaining appropriate records of resident socialization.
• Prepares and distributes a monthly activity schedule.
• Follows monthly calendar for scheduled activities.
• Ensures activity areas are well maintained.
• Assists with assessments, orientation, and marketing duties as requested.
• Keeps supervisor informed of department needs.
• Capture photo and video content to share with families and on social media platforms confirming consent of resident/responsible party.
• All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Ability to demonstrate effective resident supervision.
• Ability to utilize and apply basic time management principles.
• Ability to recognize and communicate issues within department, staff and other residents.
• Ability to relate to the public, residents, families, staff and other professionals appropriately.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to adhere to and communicate Community policy and procedures.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet the requirements of the job.
• Looks for ways to improve the skills of self and staff.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks in a neat, thorough and timely manner.
• Maintain current Driver’s License.
• Ability to work with the elderly population.
• Knowledge of regulations affecting resident activities.
• Ability to work with a wide range of people and needs.
• Marketing skills.
• State Criminal Background Check and LIC 508 Criminal Record Statement. 
• LIC 503 Health Screening Report.

  ANY CERTIFICATION PER STATE REQUIREMENT:

• Tuberculosis (TB) clearance as required by the State.
• First Aid and CPR Certifications as required by the State.
• Criminal Background check cleared.
• Certification and/or License as required by State.
• Fingerprint clearance as required by State.
• Must be at least 18 years of age as outlined in state regulations.
• Must be able to read, speak and write the English language.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as part of regular duties.
• Ability to talk and hear to communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds independently.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The following physical actions may be required but are not regularly expected:
  1. Sitting
  2. Use of hands and fingers to handle or feel
  3. Reaching with hands and arms
  4. Climbing or balancing
  5. Tasting or smelling
  6. Lifting more than 50 pounds (rarely)

Work Environment

• Regular interaction with co-workers, residents, and vendors.
• Occasional evening, weekend, or night shifts may be required to ensure proper shift coverage.
• Subject to potential exposure to:
  1. Communicable diseases and infections
  2. Physical injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
  3. Various drugs, chemicals, infectious, or biological hazards
  4. Environmental hazards such as falls, burns, odors, or equipment-related injuries
• On-call work may be required on an as-needed basis.
• Occasional travel may be necessary.
• There is no anticipated regular exposure to latex or blood-borne pathogens.

Professional office environment. Uses PC, telephones, word processing and other standard office equipment. Attends business-related functions. Occasional travel to communities, various sales calls and industry meetings/conferences.  

MANAGEMENT/DECISION MAKING:

• None

Note:   All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties) have not been included. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and the requirements of the job change. 

Employer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other characteristic protected by law. Employer complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training