Activities Assistant at Creekside Care Center

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are a skilled nursing facility seeking a fun, energetic, and positive Activities Assistant! Join the Creekside Care Center team, where you will be celebrated, supported, and heard each day! Full-time 10:30am-7pmJob DutiesAssist in planning, creating, and implementing activity programs as directed by the Activities ManagerMaintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations relating to responsibilities and advise Activities Manager accordinglyPlan and implement activities for residents pursuant to physician orders and in consultation with the nursing department,Maintain a good relationship built on communication and teamwork with members from other departments within the facility to promote activitiesConduct meetings with residents and/or families as directedInform residents and families of available activitiesImplement hobbies, arts and crafts, and other activities will appropriate material to engage residentsPlan and arrange transportation for activities to other locales as necessaryMaintain up-to-date notes relating to activities provided to residentsRegularly meets with Activities Manager to review activities and progress as well as plan future activitiesMaintain the comfort, privacy and dignity of residents, and interact with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect, and promotes a caring environmentCommunicate and interact effectively with residents, visitors, families, staff, and supervisorsReport all resident, staff, or other concerns to the appropriate department headReport all incidents, accidents, unsafe situations, and concerns immediatelyAttend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directedComply with facility policies and proceduresBenefitsHealth insurancePaid time offDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceReferral programProfessional development assistanceRequired Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GEDOne year of relevant experiencePreferred Education and ExperienceAssociate or bachelors degreeActive certification as a Certified Nurse AideTwo years of relevant experience