Activities Assistant

Activity Assistant PositionActivity Assistants come join us at Wesleyan Health and Rehabilitation to make a difference!Full-Time / EveningsCNA license preferredIf you are looking for a career that can make a difference, then Wesleyan Health and Rehabilitation is the place for you. Our work family is made up of a variety of talented and committed team members who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives they serve. Each employee contributes their unique skills and abilities with the key goal of enabling our residents to reach and maintain their highest functional abilities. Every job matters at Wesleyan Health and Rehabilitation Center. We believe in what we do and know our hands make a difference.As an activity assistant in our facility, look at what benefits you can enjoy:Competitive starting wage with additional pay for experience$1,000 new employee referral programPaid life insurance401k opportunities after your first yearDailyPay! Work today, get paid today!Monthly Celebrations and recognitionsMedical, Vision and Dental Insurance$5,000 Tuition Reimbursement Per YearQuarterly Educataional Bonus ProgramActivities Assistant Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting in planning; coordinating and implementing appropriate activity programs to meet the individual needs of our residents.ResponsibilitiesActivities Assistant Essential FunctionsActivities Assistant will develop and implement activity programs which are appropriate to the residents based on varied backgrounds, emotional needs and interestsAssisting the Activities Director with an evaluation of each resident according to their backgrounds, activity interests, abilities, physical limitations and need for meaningful activity programsDocumenting activity plans and progress notes as directedWork closely with the Activities Director to plan and set up each assigned activity, which includes gathering supplies re-arranging rooms, etc.Assisting in the development and distribution of monthly activity calendars to residents and posting these calendars throughout the facilityAssisting in the development and maintenance of facility newslettersComply with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintaining a clean work environment in accordance with facility policyPerforming other duties as assigned by the AdministratorQualificationsActivities Assistant QualificationsMust possess a High School Diploma or GEDA valid CNA license is preferredKnowledge on the use of personal computers, e-mail accounts, software programs such as Word and ExcelHave a thorough understanding of the principles of best Activities practicesPatience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioningThe ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance and HIPPAPrevious experience in long-term care is preferred