General Description
Under the direction of the Activity Director, the Activity Aide assists in carrying out a
planned activity program for residents. This position requires knowledge of age specific
developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. The Activity Aide will
assist in activities for geriatric residents with therapeutic, neurological, and medical
needs. Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and /or
holidays.
Essential Duties
1. Adjusts to changes in unit/shift assignments to meet resident and family needs as
it relates to the activity program.
2. Notifies the Activity Director of supplies needed for the operation of the activities
programs.
3. Notifies the Activity Director of needed equipment repairs.
4. Assists in the supervision of volunteers during activity programs and parties.
5. Verifies that activity programs are completed timely per the Activity Schedule.
6. Responsible to invite residents to activity programs as appropriate and as
determined in the Care Plan.
7. Maintains attendance records for resident activities on a daily basis.
8. Assists Activity Director with the seasonal décor of the Facility.
9. Assists in transporting residents to and from activities.
10. Maintains and delivers department timesheets to the Activity Director.
11. Maintains an up-to-date list of residents' birth dates.
12. Performs light housekeeping tasks, such as clean-up following parties and
programs.
13. Maintains a clean office and desk.
14. Interacts with residents, family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff
in a non-judgmental, supportive, and calm manner.
15. Addresses family satisfaction issues timely and assists in resolving the matter in a
professional manner.
16. Promptly reports issues or problems to Activity Director.
17. Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a
positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude.
18. Performs varied clerical and department maintenance functions.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Training: Must possess a high school diploma and a valid driver's license.
Exceptional Qualifications Is a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who:
(A)Is licensed or registered, if applicable, by the State in which practicing; and
(B)Is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an
activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October1,
1990;or
(ii) Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5
years, one of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a healthcare
setting; or
(iii) Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or
(iv) Has completed a training course approved by the State.
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