Activity Assistant

Full Time
Worcester, MA 01606
Posted
Job description
  • Assists with the completion of the activity component of the resident assessment within the time period required by state regulations for new admissions annually.
  • Assists with identifying and documenting in the resident’s care plan the activity interests, needs and problems of the resident. Care planning updates will be documented every 3 months or as condition changes.
  • Plans and implements Reality Orientation and Validation on a one-to-one basis.
  • Takes part in in-service education and attends all in-service sessions relating to the Activity Program.
  • Plans, schedules and implements room visits and in-room activities for residents unable to leave their rooms.
  • Maintains a daily activity attendance record for each resident.
  • Observes infection control procedures related to the Activity Program.
  • Responsible for the safety of residents under his/her supervision.
  • Follows Resident’s Rights policies at all times.
  • Accepts assigned duties in a cooperative manner.
  • Assumes accountability for data contained in the Personnel Policy Manual.
  • Observes all facility safety policies and procedures.
  • Leads activity program on weekdays, as well as evenings, weekends, and holidays, per resident needs and program requirements.
  • Participates in continuing education through professional organizations, publications and educational institutions and agencies.
  • Attends facility committee meetings as required.
  • Identifies safety hazards and initiates corrective action.
  • Consistently demonstrates responsibility, accountability and dependability.
  • Consistently works cooperatively and maintains effective communication with facility administration, nursing personnel, ancillary personnel, all facility departments and consultants.
  • Comes to work clean and neat and consistently presents a professional appearance.
  • Consistently maintains awareness of changes in rules and regulations effecting facility operations.
  • Supports, encourages and motivates independent activity and pursuits, both individually and in small groups.
  • Communicates with families as necessary and offers opportunities for them to share diverse, cultural and educational experiences with the resident.
  • Fosters interaction between the nursing home community and the community at large.
  • Assists in planning and managing fundraising events for Resident Council.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be able to read, write and understand English. Other languages are helpful.
  • Has basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
  • Must be covid vaccinated plus the booster
    • All applicants are required to pass a background check including CORI

Great Place to Work - Great Benefits!!

  • Affordable health benefits –
  • Generous PTO packages
  • 403b
  • Competitive salary
  • Life insurance & accident
  • A comprehensive, outstanding benefit package including generous vacation, holiday pay, health, dental, vision insurance with employer contribution and reimbursement.
  • Health, Dental and Vision eligibility at 24 hours.
  • Free onsite parking
  • Employee Referral Bonuses

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