Recreation Assistant
**This position is a part-time, 3 days a week position with every other Saturday coverage needed. The days will consist of Monday, Wednesday, or Friday. Please send any questions to jsikora@thepalmettosparklane.com. The end date is flexible depending on when this position will turn to full-time. This position is great for any student looking to work for a semester or two!"
POSITION: Recreation Assistant
This position is responsible for assisting the Recreation Department with planning, implementing programs and interventions for the patients and completing duties assigned by the Department Supervisor.
POSITION: Recreation Assistant
This position is responsible for assisting the Recreation Department with planning, implementing programs and interventions for the patients and completing duties assigned by the Department Supervisor.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Recreation Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school degree or GED
2. Ability to work with elderly patients/residents
3. Genuine enthusiasm
4. A self motivated, creative and "positive" personality
5. Willingness to learn new ideas and skills
6. A sense of humor; ability to laugh at success and failure
7. Ability to work with partners, family members, and community
8. Possess patience, good organizational skills, assertiveness and be conscientious
9. Present a professional appearance
10. Be flexible in working hours so that weekend or evening programs will be provided
1. High school degree or GED
2. Ability to work with elderly patients/residents
3. Genuine enthusiasm
4. A self motivated, creative and "positive" personality
5. Willingness to learn new ideas and skills
6. A sense of humor; ability to laugh at success and failure
7. Ability to work with partners, family members, and community
8. Possess patience, good organizational skills, assertiveness and be conscientious
9. Present a professional appearance
10. Be flexible in working hours so that weekend or evening programs will be provided
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
1. Able to assist residents to a standing position
2. Able to be on feet for 2-5 hours daily
3. Be able to move throughout center without assistance
1. Able to assist residents to a standing position
2. Able to be on feet for 2-5 hours daily
3. Be able to move throughout center without assistance
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Respectful and supportive to supervisor
2. Assist and support the Recreation Director in assessing each patient to determine their activity interests and needs.
3. Assist and support the Recreation Director in providing therapeutic programs which meet each patient's "individual" needs.
4. Assist in providing activities which meet the physical, social, mental, emotional, and/or spiritual needs of each patient while providing an atmosphere of "fun" and enjoyment." This includes the "INDIVIDUALIZED 1 TO 1 PROGRAMS."
5. Assist and support good public relations with the community and with other partners, patients and families.
6. Be aware of NHC Standards.
7. Be aware of and follow HIPAA regulations.
8. Be aware of and abide by weekly work schedule; be prepared and prompt.
9. Be aware of and follow all State and Federal guidelines.
10. Assist in and support the center newsletter and fundraising projects.
11. Attend and support any in-services and partner meetings as required.
12. Be aware, support and follow all State, Federal, Company and Center Requirements, Policies and Procedures.
13. Coordinates the transportation of residents to and from events outside of the residence, to include physician appointments. Is accountable for all residents’ presence when leaving or returning to the residence.
14. Document and maintain attendance log for each resident.
15. Assists with planning and implementing the activity calendar each month that includes life skills; education and recreational programming daily. Provides a calendar for each resident, his or her families, and friends. Posts calendars throughout the residence.
1. Respectful and supportive to supervisor
2. Assist and support the Recreation Director in assessing each patient to determine their activity interests and needs.
3. Assist and support the Recreation Director in providing therapeutic programs which meet each patient's "individual" needs.
4. Assist in providing activities which meet the physical, social, mental, emotional, and/or spiritual needs of each patient while providing an atmosphere of "fun" and enjoyment." This includes the "INDIVIDUALIZED 1 TO 1 PROGRAMS."
5. Assist and support good public relations with the community and with other partners, patients and families.
6. Be aware of NHC Standards.
7. Be aware of and follow HIPAA regulations.
8. Be aware of and abide by weekly work schedule; be prepared and prompt.
9. Be aware of and follow all State and Federal guidelines.
10. Assist in and support the center newsletter and fundraising projects.
11. Attend and support any in-services and partner meetings as required.
12. Be aware, support and follow all State, Federal, Company and Center Requirements, Policies and Procedures.
13. Coordinates the transportation of residents to and from events outside of the residence, to include physician appointments. Is accountable for all residents’ presence when leaving or returning to the residence.
14. Document and maintain attendance log for each resident.
15. Assists with planning and implementing the activity calendar each month that includes life skills; education and recreational programming daily. Provides a calendar for each resident, his or her families, and friends. Posts calendars throughout the residence.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid driver’s license
Valid driver’s license
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to Janelle Sikora at jsikora@thepalmettosparklane.com