Activities Assistant

423 Roosevelt Street

Remsen Iowa, 51050

General Job Summary

The activities assistants will conduct the recreational, social, religious and educational programs for all residents of the facility. This will include activities for those individuals who are bedridden and unable to attend group functions.

Qualifications

Education: Must have at least a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Continuing Education Requirements: Continuing education from workshops and seminars will be expected as part of the position.

Most fees and expenses for this education will be paid for by the facility.

Work Experience: Previous experience conducting recreational and other types of programs for groups and individuals is preferred but not required. Other types of life experiences may be substituted for this position.

Environment

• Exposure to general resident care environment.

• Exposure to moderate temperature variations.

• Substantive exposure to pharmacological preparations, potential biohazard materials including blood and other bodily fluids.

• Moderate exposure to cleaning solutions, perfumes, dyes, etc...

• Extended hours may be required.

• Moderate noise levels.

• Very frequent work interruptions.

• Work in groups or teams required.

Duties and Responsibilities

The following are duties essential for the Activities Assistant Position:

• This person will conduct well balanced programs for all residents of the facility. Such programs will provide for the religious, social, recreational and educational needs of the residents.

• Provide a therapeutic environment designed to enhance the mental and physical well being of the resident.

• This person is responsible for maintaining a positive contact with the local community, which would include working with community leaders in the activities of the facility and working with outside groups and individuals to conduct events and activities in the facility

• Attends in-service meetings.

• Respects Resident's Rights.

• Follow all facility safety rules and guidelines.

• Comply with laws governing Protected Health Information.

• Comply with Adult Abuse Policy.

• No access to Protected Health Information.

• This is NOT an all-inclusive list for the duties and responsibilities for the Activity Assistant.

• Other duties as assigned by the Activity Coordinator/Administrator/DON.

Core Values:

Through these values, you will find a path to understating how to succeed in our organization. The values are standards and expectations for each person to follow and be held to:

Trust: We strive to grow relationships built on the foundation of trust.

• Team members and Supervisors : must trust in the organization and its leaders that they will be put into situations that aligned with the culture of Happy Siesta. Our frontline should trust that their supervisor will provide them with guidance, tools, and avenues of success. Team members and leaders should have a trusting relationship where feedback, respect, and honesty are welcome. Supervisors must trust that the people they have in place will follow through on their job.

• Co-Workers : You must trust each other and have confidence that your co-workers will follow the values and embrace the culture of Happy Siesta.

• Resident and Families : Our residents and families entrust our organization to provide the care they are in need of. It is our responsibility to build their trust and relationship with the people we serve through accurate, responsive, and honest care.

Teamwork: Every department, every shift, and every level of Happy Siesta works together for the betterment of our residents and the organization. True teamwork requires people who are willing to focus on tasks and goals as a group. All team members should feel comfortable asking for other's assistance and all should be willing to give it when asked.

Leadership: Every team member at every level must embrace a leadership role. Leadership ensures that our values are communicated, embraced, and modeled by our people. Our culture should embrace education, feedback and guidance.

Service: We exist to add value to our residents' lives. Our culture should embody compassion, empathy and responsiveness. Our responsibility to the people we care for extends beyond procedures and policies and tasks. It is through genuine and meaningful relationships we build a culture and an organization that exceeds expectations. Our goal, every day, is to provide an experience that leaves our residents, families, co-workers, and partners with a sense that we really care about our people.

Quality: We strive to deliver the best outcomes for each of our residents while complying with the regulations that govern long-term care. We are dedicated in providing the highest level of quality, resident satisfaction, staff satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.

Safety: Resident and staff safety are paramount. Leadership must provide the proper systems, policies and support to ensure our residents are cared for in a safe manner. Our team members must be committed to following the systems and policies to ensure they have done everything in their power to ensure safety. Safety depends on people communicating and taking action on safety concerns.

Fun: We enjoy our vocation and bring smiles to those we serve and work with.