Activity Aide
Providence Health Care, Inc·Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana
Providence Health Care, Inc·Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana
Provides support to the Activities Department by implementing programs that maximize resident independence and cognitive abilities. Responsibilities include assisting with monthly activities, maintaining safety protocols, and supporting the Resident Council.
Provides support to the Activities Dept. to provide and implement an on-going program of activities that meets the individual needs of the residents and that maximize freedom of choice, independence, self-expression and physical and cognitive abilities.
Essential duties and responsibilities a.
Assist with the Implement of the Monthly Program Activities B.
Assist with the Residents needs and Prepare and Incorporate the Activities Goals Into the Residents Plan of Care C.
Assist the Resident Council as needed D.
Ensure Safety and Infection Control Procedures are Followed in Work Performance E.
Assist with the Activity Director in Development of Policies and Procedures F.
Attend Meetings as Required G.
Perform Related Tasks as Required
C. Assist The Resident Council As Needed
*1. Assist residents with the development and organization of a resident council as directed by Activity Director.
D. Ensure Safety and Infection Control Procedures are Followed in Work Performance
*1.
Adhere to Universal Precautions and the facility's Infection Control Procedures in all aspects of work performance. *2.
Store and use all activity equipment in accordance with good safety practices. *3.
Report equipment and building fixtures which are in need of repair. *4.
Perform resident transfers and wheelchair transporting using good safety techniques (**must have active C.N.A. license on file to perform) *5.
Know the limitations of residents and yourself when taking individual or groups out of the Health Center/ Nursing Unit area and report whereabouts to the Charge Nurse. *6.
Know special diet restrictions and eating disorders of all residents prior to offering refreshments and special food items. *7.
Supervise or provide for adequate supervision of residents during activities. *8.
Keep area locked when unsupervised (when hazards exist). **This function required only when additional department staffing is required
G. Perform Related Tasks as Required
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent. Experience in the area of Activities or Long Term care is preferred. Ability to obtain Activity Director certification if needed
C. Cognitive - Must be able to remember multiple assignments over an extended period of time. Be able to remember data derived from assessments, document review and specific requests, ideas and concepts and relate them as necessary. Must be able to concentrate on details during frequent interruptions.
D. Emergency Situations - In the event of an emergency, must be physically able to assist with resident evacuation.
Market context
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