Activities Assistant

Job Title Assists the Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator in carrying out individual and group activities to meet the psycho social needs of each resident. Job Description Therapeutically engages residents through activities and programs, ensuring their psycho social needs are met. Maintains confidentiality, adheres to policies, and coordinates with volunteers and outside groups. Documents attendance and reports resident changes to nurses. Performs other duties as directed. Qualifications Ability to read, write and understand English well. Has compassion, understanding and empathy for older persons. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to listen and to communicate to residents at a level they can understand. Ability to and enjoys encouraging and motivating older persons. Qualities of creativity, resourcefulness and imagination in planning resident activities. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Ability to drive Homewood's van and has a valid driver's license. Experience working with elderly preferred. Physical Requirements Must be able to constantly work on their feet during an 8 hour shift. Sometimes involved in assisting with resident transfers or repositioning. Must be able to react quickly and decisively in emergency situations and during unexpected behavior of residents. Must be able to push residents who are in a wheel chair frequently throughout an 8 hour shift (and be able to drive the company van.)