Activity Aide

Summary: Organizes, directs, and assists with approved recreation program for the residents in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Duties are determined by the facility and may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Directs and organizes a large variety of activities such as: action, board and card games, reminiscing, baking, gardening, crafting, making homemade ice cream to sell, socials, monthly birthday parties, exercise, manicures, beauty shop day and outdoor activities. Assist with helping residents to church, rosary and special entertainment to help develop relationships with others, for socialization, to meet their spiritual needs and to develop the confidence needed to participate in group activities.
2. Regulate the contents of the activity program in accordance with each resident’s needs, interest and capabilities.
3. Counsel and encourage residents to develop leisure activities to meet their interests.
4. Organizes, coordinates and accompanies residents on special outings such as: country drives, picnics, trips to the museum and to go on fishing trip. This helps make the residents aware of the availability of recreational outings.
5. Feed and water the birds in the aviary.
6. Supply daily documentation on residents for the required MDS assessments. Document One-to One/TLC time spent with residents and the daily activity attendance sheet for each resident.
7. Submit supply lists needed for activities.

Competency

Must be able to perform job adequately and meet all elements of job requirements:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; accepts criticism and feedback; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; begins work on time; keeps absences within guidelines; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Conflict Resolution –Encourages open communications; confronts difficult situations; maintains objectivity; keeps emotions under control; uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts.

Dependability – Responds to requests for service and assistance; follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; commits to doing the best job possible; keeps commitments.

Initiative Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires respect and trust; reacts well under pressure; shows courage to take action; inspires and motivates others to perform well.

Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.

Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; integrates changes smoothly; sets goals and objectives; works in an organized manner; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; displays a commitment to excellence; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Safety - Observes and follows all safety rules, policies, procedures and warning signs; follows prescribed job policies and procedures; uses all prescribed and necessary safety devices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); uses equipment and materials properly; immediately reports all incidents, accidents, injuries and near misses; reports potentially unsafe conditions; is proactive, supportive and participates in the Safety Program.

Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Language Skills

Ability to read, and interpret procedures manuals. Ability to effectively present information to individuals and respond to questions from supervisors and regulatory agencies.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in using whole numbers.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.

Other Qualifications

Must have the desire to work with convalescent, geriatric or light psychiatric residents. Will assure that the resident's rights to fair and equitable treatment, self determination, individuality, privacy, property, and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints, are well established and maintained at all times. Must maintain confidentiality of resident and facility information. The employee shall use only the minimum necessary information to perform his or her responsibilities. Trust worthiness, loyalty, fairness, honesty and reliability must be one of his/her best assets.

Hill Top Home of Comfort is an Equal Opportunity Employer