Activity Aid - Balmoral Nursing Home

Do you enjoy making a difference?  Do you enjoy working in an environment where what you do makes an impact on the facility?

This is the place for you!

We are currently hiring for Activity Aids!!!

We have an amazing staff that support and guide one another, to ensure that the best care is given to our residents. This is a great opportunity to learn so many varying skills that only propel you to the next level! Come join our dynamic team today!

Basic Function

To carry out activities that meet the needs of all residents.

Essential Duties

     ·        CNA License prefered

·        Assist in planning and implementation of individual and group activities.

·        Carries out activities part of care plan.

·        Incorporates residents’ interests into activities and discussion.

·        Gives residents opportunities for choices and self-expression.

·        Makes contact with each resident on their unit daily.

·        Makes suggestions for new and varied activities.

·        Identifies and provides adaptive devices for those with sensory deficits (i.e., large-print books, tape recorders).

·        Promotes self-esteem and social interaction with residents.

·        Provides activities for those with special needs (i.e., depressed terminally ill, bedridden).

·        Encourages participation and involvement of all residents.

·        Posts monthly and weekly schedules per Activity Director.

·        Prepares for and participates in resident care conference.

·        Maintains a clean work and storage area.

·        Observes for resident safety when in resident care areas.

·        Proper charting with standard grammar and spelling.

·        Adheres to legal requirements and proper policies and procedures in documentation.

·        Prepares sites and materials for activities.

·        Maintains equipment in safe and functional condition.

·        Treats residents and staff with respect and dignity.

·        Adheres to all facility and department safety policies and procedures.

·        Other duties as assigned

Supervision Received

·        Receives supervision from Activity Director.

Qualifications

·        No convictions for abuse, neglect or mistreatment or for misappropriation of property.

·        Prompt and regular attendance.