Activities Assistant (Memory Care)

Overview: Activity Assistant for Memory Care#### Why You’ll Love Working Here

As am Activities Assistant in our facility, you’ll enjoy a supportive environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including:* Competitive starting wage * $1,000 New Employee Referral Program * Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance * 401(k) opportunities after one year * DailyPay – work today, get paid today! * $5,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year * Paid life insurance * Quarterly Education Bonus Program * Monthly celebrations and employee recognitions

Activities Assistant Primary Responsibilities

The Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting in planning; coordinating and implementing appropriate activity programs to meet the individual needs of our residents. Responsibilities: Activities Assistant Essential Functions* Activities Assistant will develop and implement activity programs which are appropriate to the residents based on varied backgrounds, emotional needs and interests * Assisting the Activities Director with an evaluation of each resident according to their backgrounds, activity interests, abilities, physical limitations and need for meaningful activity programs * Documenting activity plans and progress notes as directed * Work 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 facility * Assisting in the development and maintenance of facility newsletters * Comply with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintaining a clean work environment in accordance with facility policy * Performing other duties as assigned by the Administrator

Qualifications: Activities Assistant Qualifications* Must possess a High School Diploma or GED * Knowledge on the use of personal computers, e-mail accounts, software programs such as Word and Excel * Have a thorough understanding of the principles of best Activities practices * Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning * The ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance and HIPPA * Previous experience in long-term care is preferred