Activity Assistant

Activity Assistant

Join Our Team at Carriage Square Rehab and Healthcare Center!

About the Role:

Carriage Square Rehab and Healthcare Center is seeking an Activity Assistant to assist the Activity Director in implementing a quality activity program, motivating others, and emphasizing teamwork. This is a full-time opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our residents.

Responsibilities:

• Assist residents to, from, and with activities to enable maximum participation
• Record activity attendance and participation in both group and individual programs
• Lead assigned groups and individual activities
• Assist in maintaining volunteer records
• Coordinate arts and crafts programs for all levels of residents
• Review resident activity care plans and assist in providing activities consistent with the plan
• Assist in seasonal and holiday decorating of the facility
• Provide each resident with a current activity calendar
• Assist in maintaining an on-going program for resident birthday recognition
• Participate in community outings and special events as requested
• Escort residents to outside appointments, as needed
• Help stock and monitor resident store, as needed
• Report resident incidents and accidents to the nurse immediately
• Report personal injuries to the Office Manager, or designee
• Report any suspected or observed resident abuse to the Administrator, or designee
• Observe and report needed repairs and service issues
• Attend all departmental meetings and/or inservices as required
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Activity Director

Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent
• Must be able to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary
• Must acquire a minimum of ten (10) hours in-service training per year, relating to recreation/activities