What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Aide position at Preferred Care MI?
Under the direction of an Activity Director, to provide group and individual activities for the residents. The number one goal is to bring fulfillment and happiness. By smiling and bringing a positive attitude to work every day, it will promote a joyous atmosphere for the residents; does related work as required.
Duties Include (but not limited to):
- Assist the Resident Activities Coordinator in the planning, development, and implementation of activities which enrich the lives of the residents
- Proactively encourage and support residents' rights.
- Work with volunteers - assist in work direction of volunteers as needed
- Transport residents to and from activities as needed
- Invite and encourage all residents to all programs as appropriate and conduct "Meet and Greet" at the beginning of each program
- Facilitate the activity, and be aware of all residents at all times
- Clean up after each activity and leave the day room in good condition and ready for the next activity or meal
- Assure resident safety.
- Assists in the measures taken for the care, custody, and safety of residents during group activities
- Assembles, erects, dismantles, and stores the equipment and supplies used in the recreation program and leaves areas in good condition
- Must answer all call bells accordingly
- Duties will involve personal contact with a varying resident population
- Tasks also will involve record keeping, attention to the environment, use of supplies and equipment, and maintenance of storage areas
- A possible varied work schedule that may include some weekends, evenings, and holidays
Requirements:
Long term experience.
Salary : $12 - $13