Activities Aides

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Assist in the planning, development, organization and implementation of activity programs.

Coordinate activities with other related departments (i.e., Nursing, Dietary, Housekeeping, etc.) to ensure that adequate space is available for the planned activity.

Ensure that any supplies need for activities are obtained and set-up. Clean up activity supplies and areas upon completion of activities.

Implement and facilitate activities.

Ensure activities begin at the scheduled times.

Involve residents and families in planning facility activity programs.

Remind staff and residents of scheduled activities.

Assist in transporting residents to and from the activity area.

Follow instructions on how to implement the scheduled activity. If problems are identified, notify

the Activity Director. Notify nursing of any change in the resident’s behavior, emotional or physical status.

Observe and document residents’ responses to the activity provided

Be aware of the resident’s cognitive, emotional, and psychological impairments.

Interact appropriately at all times with residents, families and visitors.

Provide one to one (1 : 1) activities to residents as indicated in the resident’s plan of care and as needed or directed. Document the activity provided, length of time resident was engaged in the activity, and the resident’s response to the activity.

Implement the activity program in the absence of the Activity Director.

Chaperone any scheduled activities off facility grounds.

Requirements :

Must have a CNA license.

Full time, every other weekend