Activities Assistant - Sycamore Heights Health and Rehabilitation

Sycamore Heights Health and Rehabilitation is seeking an Activities Assistant!

          Are you a fun and enthusiastic individual looking to bring joy and excitement to the lives of seniors in a skilled nursing facility? Look no further! We are seeking an Activity Assistant to join our team and help create engaging and enriching experiences for our residents.

         As an Activity Assistant, you will play a vital role in planning and implementing a variety of recreational activities and programs that promote socialization, physical activity, and mental stimulation among our residents. Your enthusiasm and creativity will help bring smiles to the faces of our residents and enhance their overall well-being

         Ideal candidates will have a passion for working with seniors, excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude. Prior experience in a similar role is a plus, but not required. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of seniors and be part of a supportive and caring team, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a valued member of our team dedicated to providing meaningful and enjoyable experiences for our residents.

Benefits:

• Daily pay
• Tuition reimbursement 
• New wage scale
• Comprehensive benefits
• Eligible employees will receive $50 TARC pass!

Essential Functions:

• Assists in planning, coordinating, and evaluating resident activities.
• Encourages resident participation in programs and activities.
• Escorts residents on activities away from the property as assigned.
• Assists with the registration of residents for trips and programs.
• Conducts various activities at the direction of the Resident Program Director.
• Maintains necessary activity supplies, which may include outside purchasing.
• Assists in the surveying and interviewing of residents to determine interests, talents and resident satisfaction.
• Maintains general observation of residents and shares appropriate information with staff.
• Follows departmental budget guidelines.
• Attends all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
• Adheres to all Company policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year experience or related experience performing activity related duties
• Ability to assume leadership role in the activities department in the absence of the Activities Director
• Skill at working with individuals who have cognitive, physical or sensory disabilities
• Moderate physical activity:
• Requires handling of average-weight objects up to twenty five (25) pounds.
• Repetitive standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Repetitive bending and/or stooping for more than one (1) hour at a time.
• Sitting for more than two (2) hours at a time.
• May require consistent computer work with repetitive typing and concentrating on computer screen.
• Physical ability to travel to sites.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment