Activities Assistant HCC

PruittHealth • Kinston, NC • 6h ago

JOB PURPOSE:

Assists in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreational, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual programs, in accordance with the patient's assessment and care plan, and as directed by the Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts assessments and gathers information by interviewing residents, interested family members, legal representatives and significant others to develop individualized recreation programs that accommodate the functional levels, needs and interests of each resident.

Updates resident Recreations programs as needed to accommodate individual needs and preference and to protect and promote residents' rights.

Works cooperatively with members of interdisciplinary team to develop, implement and evaluate plan of care. Attends care conferences and develops activity interventions as part of the comprehensive plan of care. Communicates resident concerns and responses to interventions to the interdisciplinary team members and direct care staff.

Schedules recreational activities to accommodate the residents hours ( morning, afternoon, evening, weekend), that appeal to all age groups, both men and women, take place in a variety of locations and include special seasonal events. Posts monthly Activities calendar.

Provides activities to residents confined to their rooms that reflect life-long interests such as music, reading, visits with people of shared interests and in-room projects that the resident can work on independently or with staff assistance.

Provides structured activities to meet the needs of cognitively impaired residents such as music events, gross motor games or outdoor walks. Seeks way to adapt activities so that all resident can participate such as segmenting tasks to simple steps, providing verbal prompts, physical support, demonstration and hand-over-hand assistance when the residents is unable to complete a task independently.

Develops and implements effective procedures to ensure that all residents are informed that activities are occurring, that staff encourages participation and that transportation is provided.

Records progress notes in the clinical record including subjective findings, objective symptoms, observations of behavior, interventions provided to resident and the resident's responses to the interventions. Audits chart entries written by Recreation Services staff for completeness, accuracy.

Performs quality assessment and assurance functions, including daily regulatory compliance rounds, observation of activities in progress on units, record reviews and interviews with staff members, residents, families and Administration. Identifies problems in Recreation Services staff performance and institutes corrective action.

Develops and updates Recreation Services policies and procedures that reflect the philosophy and mission of the facility, professional standards of Activities practice and state federal laws and regulations.

Communicates with Nursing Home Administrator on daily basis to discuss resident care, personnel and budget issues. Develops staffing plan and recommends to Nursing Home Administrator numbers and @types of personnel needed to meet resident needs in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

Ability to participate in the development of the department budget. Provide relevant financial information to Nursing Home Administrator regarding department financial needs and status

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Requires minimum two (2) years college education with courses in recreation, education, social work, other behavioral sciences or clinical services.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Two (2) years' experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, with one year full-time employment in a patient/resident activities program in a health care setting.

Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.

We are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth!

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

For Florida Job Postings Only:

For more information regarding Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Similar Jobs

COMMUNICATIONS SQUADRON DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Air Combat Command • Goldsboro, NC • 4h ago

Sales & Marketing

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Communications Squadron Deputy...

4h ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapist

Select Medical • Kinston, NC • 5h ago

Hospital & Medical

Overview Position: Physical Therapist - Outpatient Location: Kinston, NC Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday Compensation: $75,000 - $90,000/year (pending experience) Incentives: Student loan repayment program At Select P...

5h ago

Go to Apply

PRN Physical Therapist - Farmville

PruittHealth • Farmville, NC • 5h ago

Hospital & Medical

PRN PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT) THERAPY SERVICES Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority! We're not only committed to your career, we're committed to the health and safe...

5h ago

Go to Apply

Home Health Physical Therapist

CenterWell • Goldsboro, NC • 5h ago

Hospital & Medical

Become a part of our caring community As a therapist at CenterWell Home Health, reporting to the Clinical Manager, you will help patients regain strength, mobility and independence, from the comfort of their homes. By de...

5h ago

Go to Apply

Part Sales Manager - Part Time

AutoZone, Inc. • Farmville, NC • 23h ago

Management & Administrative

Job Description AutoZone's Store Management team drives store performance, fosters a productive team, and ensures exceptional customer service. Managers and MITs play a key leadership role, expected to Live The Pledge an...

23h ago

Go to Apply

Wireless Sales Pro

Acosta Group • Kinston, NC • 2d ago

Sales & Marketing

Wireless Sales Pro General Information Company: PRE-US Location: KINSTON, North Carolina, 28504 Ref #: 70930 Pay Rate: $ 12.00 Experience/skills and/or location may influence position wage rate Range Minimum: $ 12.00 Ran...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Detention Officer (Part-time)

County of Jones • Trenton, NC • 2d ago

Management & Administrative

Jones County Sheriff's Office is recruiting for Detention Officers to perform specialized law enforcement work in the care and security of inmates in the Detention Center. The Detention Center is a 21 bed facility that h...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Detention Officer

County of Jones • Trenton, NC • 2d ago

Management & Administrative

2d ago

Go to Apply

(USA) Personal Shopper - Sam's

Walmart • Goldsboro, NC • 3d ago

Position Summary... What you'll do... Develops and supports Membership by providing information on Membership benefits promoting the value of Company products and services processing Memberships upgrades and credit accou...

3d ago

Go to Apply

Registered Nurse

PruittHealth • Kinston, NC • 3d ago

Hospital & Medical

REGISTERED NURSE PART TIME 7a-7p & 7p-7a Join the PruittHealth family, where the health and safety of our workforce is our top priority! We're not only committed to your career, we're committed to the health and safe...

3d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)