Activities Aide - per diem

The Activities Aide assists in providing organized activities that are appropriate to the needs and interests of each resident, encourages their voluntary choice of activities and participation, and promotes and maintains a sense of usefulness to self and others. Prepares initial and quarterly assessments. Maintains attendance sheets. Assists with performance improvement survey.

PER DIEM BASIS

Geneva, NY

CNA CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Minimum

• High school education or equivalent

Preferred

• College degree

LICENSE:

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant or become certified within 6 months of date of hire.
• BLS certification required through the RQI system during clinical orientation.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum

• Experience in long term care setting

Preferred

• Activities experience or CNA training

SKILLS

Minimum

• Demonstrate a basic knowledge about recreational activities

Preferred

• Knowledge of common physical and mental disorders of the long term care resident
• knowledge of activities programs and interventions