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Job Requirements of Activities Assistant:
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Employment Type:
Full-Time
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Location:
Remsen, IA (Onsite)
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Activities Assistant
General Job Summary
The activities assistants will conduct the recreational, social, religious, and educational programs for all residents of the facility. This will include activities for those individuals who are bedridden and unable to attend group functions.
Qualifications
Education: Must have at least a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Continuing Education Requirements: Continuing education from workshops and seminars will be expected as part of the position. Most fees and expenses for this education will be paid for by the facility.
Work Experience: Previous experience conducting recreational and other types of programs for groups and individuals is preferred but not required. Other types of life experiences may be substituted for this position.
Environment
- Exposure to general resident care environment.
- Exposure to moderate temperature variations.
- Substantive exposure to pharmacological preparations, potential biohazard materials including blood and other bodily fluids.
- Moderate exposure to cleaning solutions, perfumes, dyes, etc.
- Extended hours may be required.
- Moderate noise levels.
- Very frequent work interruptions.
- Work in groups or teams required.
Duties and Responsibilities
The following are duties essential for the Activities Assistant Position:
- Conduct well-balanced programs for all residents of the facility, providing for their religious, social, recreational, and educational needs.
- Provide a therapeutic environment designed to enhance the mental and physical well-being of the residents.
- Maintain positive contact with the local community, working with community leaders and outside groups to conduct events and activities in the facility.
- Attend in-service meetings.
- Respect Resident’s Rights.
- Follow all facility safety rules and guidelines.
- Comply with laws governing Protected Health Information.
- Comply with Adult Abuse Policy.
- No access to Protected Health Information.
- Other duties as assigned by the Activity Coordinator/Administrator/DON.
Core Values:
Through these values, you will find a path to understanding how to succeed in our organization. The values are standards and expectations for each person to follow and be held to:
- Trust: We strive to grow relationships built on the foundation of trust.
- Teamwork: Every department, every shift, and every level works together for the betterment of our residents and the organization.
- Leadership: Every team member at every level must embrace a leadership role.
- Service: We exist to add value to our residents’ lives.
- Quality: We strive to deliver the best outcomes for each of our residents.
- Safety: Resident and staff safety are paramount.
- Fun: We enjoy our vocation and bring smiles to those we serve and work with.
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