Activities Assistant - Carlyle House Assisted Living Community

Overview:

In conjunction with the Resident Events Director/Activity Director, plans, organizes, communicates, and assists to achieve results in providing excellent resident care to meet the needs of each individual so he/she can perform at their highest level of functioning while providing a stimulating environment through daily activity programming.

Duties:

• Regular, punctual attendance.
• Plan and lead a variety of daily activities, both in group and individual, including arts/crafts; music; physical, recreational games; sensory stimulation; cognitive activities and discussion groups at various scheduled hours.
• Ability to use motivational techniques on residents.
• Completes duty checklist.
• Must be able to push wheelchairs; knowledge to use gait belts; and transfer techniques.
• Operate DVD players, computer technology of Carlyle house internal system, music programming.
• Transporting residents to/from activities.
• Advance preparation for scheduled programs, set up, and clean up following activities.
• Able to follow required safety precautions for loading, unloading, and wheelchair hook up for trolley outings.
• The individual in this position should enjoy working with the elderly in a residential setting.
• Should have a good working knowledge of activity programming for those with cognitive impairment.
• Be Patient, creative , energetic and the ability to be flexible in activity program.
• Be a strong leader, able to orally express self and a self starter.

Job Type: Full-time and Part-time

Required Education:

High school or equivalent