Job Location: Pittsburg, Kansas Job Type: Part-Time Department:
CV AL ACTIVITIES Shift:
8 Hour Day Shift Hours:
Hours: FTE: .6
Job Summary
The Activity Assistant provides the highest level of customer service to the residents of Via Christi Senior Services while implementing individual and group activities based on the needs and interest of the resident(s).
Essential Job Functions
The employee must be able to perform the following essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. Safely escort residents to scheduled day evening and weekend activities within the facility. Attend and assist residents on facility outings. Participate in the organizing and scheduling of community events. Plan and implement room visits and in-room activities for residents unable to attend or leave their rooms. Write and record progress notes following each room visit. Maintain clear and correct "Activity Daily Sheets" for residents' activity participation. Respect and abide by Residents' Right policies at all times. Activity Assistants are responsible for the safety of the residents under your supervision at all times. Communicate effectively with staff and Activity Manager. Carry out assigned duties as scheduled. Interact with employees residents family members and volunteers in a manner that is consistent with our policies and mission. Observe all facility safety policy and procedures including blood borne pathogens infection control use of hazardous materials and fire safety. Functions are necessary for evening and weekend as well.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
1-2 years experience working with the elderly. Workshop training with a focus on physically and cognitively impaired adults. Positive caring and energetic attitude. Ability t o be a creative thinker and problem solver. Able to cope with mental and emotional work related stress. Function independently have flexibility and personal integrity. Employee must demonstrate on a consistent basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and management.
Education/Certification
High School Diploma. Valid Kansas Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license.
