Activity Aide

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Activity Aide assists the Activity Director in carrying out a planned activity program for residents.

They will maintain records, transport residents to and from activities and perform varied clerical and

department maintenance functions. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for

carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and

state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

A. Role Responsibilities – Job Knowledge/Duties:

1. Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and

geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in carrying out activity

programs

2. Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to carry out activities for

residents with the following needs: therapeutic, neuro & dementia, dialysis, IV therapy, and

infectious diseases if applicable

3. Attends appropriately under the direction of the Activities Director and acts as an active

member of the interdisciplinary team

4. Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in unit/shift assignments to meet resident and

family needs

5. Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with the Code of Conduct and Corporate

Compliance Program when performing work functions

6. Other duties as assigned by the Activities Director

B. Role Responsibilities – Administrative Duties

1. Notifies the Activity Director of supplies needed for the operation of the activities programs

2. Notifies the Activity Director of needed repairs and equipment and supplies

3. Encourages the use of volunteers and assists in the supervision of volunteers during

programs and parties

4. Maintains attendance records for resident activities, on a daily basis

5. Assists Activity Director with the seasonal décor of the facility

6. Assists in transporting residents to and from activities

7. Keeps track of department timesheets and delivers them to the Activities Director on Friday

of each week

8. Keeps an up-to-date Kardex of residents’ birth dates

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9. Performs light housekeeping tasks, such as cleaning up after parties and programs, when

necessary. Keeps office area clean as well as desk and surrounding areas

C. Role Responsibilities – Interpersonal Skills:

1. Is aware of , and adheres to, Resident’s Bill of Rights and Confidentiality of Resident

Information

2. Develops and maintains a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, as well as

with other departments within the facility to assure that activities can be properly

maintained to meet the needs of the residents

3. Interacts with residents, family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a nonjudgmental, supportive and calm manner

4. Addresses resident and family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the

Supervisor in a professional manner

5. Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law

D. Role Responsibilities – Safety:

1. Demonstrates ability to locate emergency equipment (i.e. fire extinguisher)

2. Understands and can demonstrate knowledge of role in fire and disaster drills

3. Demonstrates ability to identify and respond appropriately to potential behavioral outbursts

4. Uses facility equipment safely

5. Recognizes, removes, and/or reports potential hazards

6. Follows established safety rules/accident prevention

E. Role Responsibilities – Infection Control:

1. Demonstrates proper hand washing techniques

2. Maintains proper food handling techniques and ensures glove usage, when necessary

3. Disposes of waste properly

4. Understands and maintains activity/kitchen sanitation procedures, when necessary

F. Role Responsibilities – Resident Care/Dignity:

1. Addresses residents in a respectful manner and knocks before entering residents’ rooms

2. Discusses confidential resident information in appropriate areas only

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

1. Must possess a high school diploma

2. Must possess a valid drivers’ license

3. Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and/or holidays

4. Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team

5. Must present a positive image of the facility

6. Must meet health assessment requirements, including two stage Mantoux skin tests and

one-step annually thereafter

7. Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable

accommodations

8. Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess

sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

“Occasionally” equals approximately 1% to 33% of the workday, “Frequently” equals approximately

34% to 66% of the workday, and “Continuously” equals approximately 67% to 100% of the workday

(Typical full-time workday is 7.5 hours).

1. Job Requirements: Hours Per Day:

a) Sit 1 to 2 hours

b) Stand 4 to 5/6 to 7 hours

c) Walk 4 to 5 hours

2. Movements: Frequency:

a) Bend/Stoop Continuously

b) Squat/Crouch/Kneel Occasionally

c) Crawl Occasionally

d) Reaching Continuously

e) Balancing Continuously

f) Pushing/Pulling Continuously

g) Climbing Occasionally

3. Weight Carried/Lifted: Frequency:

a) Up to 34 pounds Frequently

b) 35 to 50 pounds Frequently

c) 51 to 100 pounds Occasionally with assistance*

d) 100 + pounds Occasionally with assistance*

5. Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, postdisaster, etc.)

6. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day,

as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.

7. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the

AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses

8. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals

9. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

* Assistance can include mechanical devices, equipment or human assistance