Activities Assistant

2 months ago

Charlottesville, United States Martha Jefferson House Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Are you a passionate and creative individual with a genuine interest in enriching the lives of seniors? Martha Jefferson House is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our dedicated team. We would like to encourage you to apply if you are excited about engaging with our outstanding seniors and bringing innovative ideas to enhance their daily activities.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in senior care is preferred.
  • Creativity, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for working with seniors.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with team members and residents.
  • Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.
  • A caring and empathetic approach to senior care.
  • Drive Activities bus - Must be 25 years and older (Insurance regulations)
  • CNA Preferred

Summary: Under the supervision of the Director of Activities, conducts activities for all residents. Leads both small and large groups in social settings. Provides leadership and social interaction to engage residents. Participates in engaging residents in 1:1 activities to increase socialization for those unable to attend group activities. Provides transportation to activities in the community.

Essential Functions: 1. Assists with the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of varying levels of activities for the residents. Records resident attendance.

2. Conducts one-on-one activity therapy to offer sensory stimulation to the residents and prepares written records of those visits.

3. Assists with inviting and communicating activity programs to the residents daily. Ensures their arrival at specific activities.

4. Assists in ordering or purchasing supplies for activities. Maintains inventory levels for supplies and purchases materials when necessary.

5. Assists with or initiates decorating the Dining Room and other areas for theme-related activities.

6. Initiates and participates in Volunteer Recruitment, interviewing, processing, scheduling, and supervising Volunteers.

7.. Performs other duties as required and numerous daily operational responsibilities.

Education: Core curriculum for a high school diploma or GED. Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two years of college. Two years of previous activity programmatic experience, preferably in assisted living and nursing home environments. NCCAP certification is a plus. If not certified, the incumbent must be willing to start the application for that certification and or complete the State-approved 36-hour activity course within one year of employment.

Job Knowledge: Must be knowledgeable and follow Resident’s Rights as provided to all new employees. Good knowledge of the policies and procedures set forth by the Department of Social Services for Assisted Living and Long-Term Care facilities. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and organize work efficiently. Ability to motivate people and be sensitive to their needs. Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with team members, residents, and staff. Skill in providing support in the planning, coordinating, and implementing an activities program to meet the diverse needs of the residents who reside here. Understanding and awareness of the challenges of aging. Knowledge of the computer and basic skills needed to use search engines, Word, and Excel programs. Must be a licensed driver in Virginia with a clean driving record. Will be trained and expected to drive both the company van and the bus for scheduled activities and special transportation needs—current CPR certification.

Standards: The candidate must have a genuine interest in the elderly, patience, and tact. He or she must also be interested in learning and advancement and able to work congenially with others. The candidate must respect the principles of resident rights, confidentiality, EEO, and ADA. The candidate must also show evidence of a clean driving record annually.

Martha Jefferson House is committed to providing our residents a warm and caring environment. If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual who wants to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors, we would love to hear from you.

Martha Jefferson House is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, the purpose of this policy is to effectuate these principles and mandates. MJH prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Martha Jefferson House conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

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