AL Activities Assistant at Wesley Manor, Inc. in Jacksonville, Florida

Job Description:

Westminster Woods on Julington Creek is the Natural Choice in active living. We are a five star facility located on beautiful Julington Creek in Northwest St. Johns County.  We are currently hiring for a full-time Activities Assistant in Assisted Living. This position assists with the planning, developing and directing of the RAL operation of the activities department in accordance with regulatory guidelines and our established policies and procedures and assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet the level of interests and abilities of each resident.  The availability to work weekend shifts is required. EOE, DFWP – “We honor those who have served.”

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster and its communities. This position requires weekends hours.

1. Carry out daily, hand-on activities in a courteous, compassionate and enthusiastic manner which promotes a feeling of well-being and security in residents.


2. Implement age appropriate activities for residents in a manner appropriate for residents’ abilities and which take dignity issues & physical limitations into consideration.


3. Spend time with individual residents spontaneously, as needs arise, to promote feeling of well-being and security.


4. Assist with the preparation of the monthly activity material; distribute calendars and special event notices.


5. Update and maintain the “Resident Likes & Dislikes” for planning purposes.


6. Fill in Daily Activity Boards on each floor, with dates & times of scheduled activities.


7. Maintain records of program/event attendance and notations of any notice of behavioral or physical issues with residents which affect their abilities to participate in programs or which interfere with effective programming for other residents.


8. Submit documentation and/or notations to supervisor in a timely manner.


9. Assist the supervisor with purchasing needs/material for daily or monthly activities for residents.


10. Positively promote activities and encourage resident participation.

The above job description is not to be construed as a complete listing of the assignments and responsibilities assigned to any employee; nor are such assignments restricted to those precisely listed in the description. This job description may change from time to time as the needs of the organization change.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Possess a minimum of a high school diploma, with interests in recreation, crafts and music helpful.

Experience and Basic Knowledge:

1-2 years experience in recreational activity programs for senior adults in nursing homes or related activities preferred. Must be familiar with individuals that suffer from dementia or be willing to learn about them. Interest and abilities in recreation, crafts, art, theater or language arts extremely helpful.

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