Activity Assistant- PRN Weekends

Job description

Overview ​ PURPOSE STATEMENT: ​Assist with planning, developing, organizing, implementing and directing individual and group activities/recreation within the facility. Responsibilities: ​ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - ​Organize, lead and promote interest in recreational activities to patients and their families. - ​Serve as a resource for new patients introducing them to other patients and staff, explaining programs and encouraging participation. - ​Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels. - ​Document activity interventions and patient progress in the medical record per facility documentation requirements. - ​Seek supervision and support when complications arise in dealing with a patient either in an individual or group setting. - ​Enforce safety rules to prevent injury and modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups. - ​Organize and set up the equipment that is used in recreational activities. - ​Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. ​ OTHER FUNCTIONS: - ​Perf...