Activities Assistant **PART TIME WEEKENDS**
SUMMARY: Performs assigned duties that enhance the quality of resident’s life through
various activities, exercises, and games. Physical limitations are to be considered when
planning such activities.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
position specific job duties at an acceptable level. Job responsibilities are completed by
following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame. An
individual will also demonstrate good skills in all forms of communication. The requirements
listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Education and/or Experience: The ability to read, write, speak clearly and follow
written and oral instructions.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must
successfully complete and be current in all training requirements for training under ALF
regulations with AHCA.
Other skills and Abilities: Must be aware and understand the needs of the elderly.
Must be able to recognize unusual behavior or physical condition of residents and report
those observances to the resident care supervisor. Must be thoroughly familiar with all
policies and procedures of the facility. Must be able to manage stress appropriately,handle multiple priorities, make decisions under pressure, and have strong
organizational skills.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This job position requires moderate physical demands. Duties may
include frequent walking, stooping/kneeling/bending, lifting/carrying, and pushing/pulling
during work.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Including the following but may include
other duties assigned by the supervisor.- Planning daily and weekly activities for residents, keeping in mind any physical or
- Requests for purchase of materials related to activities need to be made to the
- Maintain good hygiene and practice proper hand washing technique for infection
- Report any resident behavior/physical concerns immediately to the Assistant
- Complete Resident Observation Reports in a precise and timely manner, placing a
- Take residents shopping when needed.
- Assist with meals by helping in whatever capacity the dietary staff needs, including
- When serving food to residents, be always aware of dietary restrictions.
- Help whenever help is needed when duties permit.
- Read the Communication Log daily when beginning work to familiarize oneself with
the previous shift events.