Activities Assistant (Healthcare)

Company: Balanced Healthcare
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

Balanced Healthcare - Who we are: Balanced Healthcare, a 299 bed Skilled Nursing Facility in St. Petersburg, FL is currently seeking an Activities Assistant. We are a growing company in need of an energetic and talented individual to join our team!

As the Activities Assistant or "Aide" within a Skilled Nursing facility you will assist the Activities Director in scheduling all activities for residents, and provide them with the daily opportunity for entertainment, exercise, and some relaxation. To be most successful as the Activities Aide, you should have high energy and a pleasant demeanor - with a true passion for helping the elderly improve their quality of life.

TEAMWORK ENVIRONMENT

Activities Aide Job Summary & Qualifications:

Assist in the development, organization, and implementation of a program of activities to meet the social, emotional, physical and other therapeutic needs of residents
Promote daily activities both within the facility and outside the facility
Ensure that the required assistance is provided to residents for activities and events as necessary.
Provide in room activities for residents who are unable to attend daily events.
Assist in the creation of an ongoing calendar of activities that creatively meets multiple needs and is accessible and appealing to both men and women of all ages and abilities.
One year experience or related experience performing activity related duties.
Knowledge of the aging process and various resident activities.
Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
Excellent creative and communication skills.
Passion for working with individuals who have cognitive, physical or sensory disabilities.

Excellent opportunity! Competitive salary with benefits.
Come join a healthcare team in a community with a strong passion to the people we serve.

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