Job DescriptionDescription
Activity Assistant:
Status: Full-Time
Wage: $17.50/hour - this position is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU 775
Location: Avamere at Pacific Ridge - 3625 East B St. Tacoma, WA 98404
The primary responsibility of this position is to assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the recreational, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual programs, in accordance with the resident's assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your superiors.
Responsibilities:
Set up, implement, and clean up resident group and individual activities
Coordinate with other departments as necessary and in conjunction with resident care plans
Ensure that all charted activity progress notes are informative and descriptive of the services provided and indicate the resident's response to the service
Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, report, etc., and submitting such to the Activity Director as required
Supervise scheduled resident smoking breaks outdoors to ensure the safety of residents
Distribute smoking materials belonging to each resident
Ensure residents do not leave the smoking area with cigarettes or lighters in their possession
Report any risks and consequences while smoking to nursing personnel immediately
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Active and valid Driver's License
Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Able to self-direct, switch directions, and complete tasks despite frequent interruptions
Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Able to sit, stand, and walk frequently throughout the work day
Possess patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as being willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning
Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
Avamere Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer