Livingston Hills Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - Nursing Home Activities Aide
Livingston Hills Nursing and Rehab Center is seeking an Activities Aide for our Skilled Nursing Facility located in Hudson, NY.
Duties:
- Implement activities programs for Residents; focus on individual interests
- Work directly with Residents on units; without direct supervision
- Organize and obtain supplies and equipment as requested
- Assist recreation specialists & set up program areas as needed
- Keep daily attendance and document residents participation in activities
- Assist residents to program location and return residents to appropriate units
- Be familiar with established emergency procedures
Requirements:
- A positive attitude and energy are a must!
- Must have flexible hours to work nights and weekends
- Experience with activities in a healthcare setting or college work in recreation therapy preferred
- Previous experience with a geriatric population preferred
- Strong computer skills necessary
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
- Strong organizational & planning skills; ability to multi-task
- Dementia experience preferred
- Some evening and weekend availability required