Activities Assistant - Full or Part Time

905 Aaron Dr, Lynden WA

Description

Job description ACTIVITY ASSISTANT Qualifications: The Activity Assistant must be 18 years of age or older and of good moral character. A special interest is working with geriatric and dementia residents in small group settings and/or one to one. The Activity Assistant must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and be able to handle individuals based on whatever cognitive or physical level they are currently functioning at. Job Summary and Duties: Assists the Activity Director in development and implementation of the facility activity programs. 1. Assists in assessing resident interest and their needs for activities in cooperation with other staff members. 2. Stimulate resident interest in group activities such as arts and crafts, exercise, cooking and games, as well as individual activities. 3. Organize and develop individual and group activities for a range of skill levels honoring their psychosocial and spiritual interest. 4. Provide activities that are age appropriate. 5. Help maintain and sanitize activity equipment and supplies. 6. Assist in maintaining records of individual resident’s participation and interest. 7. Work as a team with other members of the Activity Department as well as Lynden Manor staff. (Nursing, Dietary, Housekeeping, etc.) 8. Perform other duties as assigned by the Activity Director. 9. Knowledge of Lynden Manor policies and procedures and operations manual. 10. Attendance at staff and in-service meetings. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour COVID-19 considerations: Vaccine Available to Employees and Residents