Activities Assistant - On Call

Valley Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation Center | Castro Valley, CA

Location: Castro Valley, CA (Next to Eden Hospital)

Pay: $18.26–$19.00 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule: On Call

Join a Team Recognized for Excellence!

Are you dependable, hardworking, and passionate about supporting quality resident care? Valley Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is looking for a Dietary Aide to join our team on an on-call basis!

Our beautifully renovated, boutique skilled nursing facility is committed to providing exceptional care in a welcoming, resident-centered environment. We are proud of our reputation for quality and strive to create a supportive workplace where employees feel valued and appreciated.

If you enjoy working as part of a team and want to make a difference in the daily lives of our residents, we encourage you to apply!

Why Join the Valley Pointe Team?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with the company paying the majority of coverage costs for eligible employees.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) retirement plan options.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits for eligible employees.
• Education Support: Education stipends to support professional and educational growth.
• Employee Recognition: A robust recognition program that celebrates your hard work and contributions.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team committed to quality care and resident satisfaction.

Benefits eligibility is subject to company policies and applicable plan requirements.

General Purpose

The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program. This must be done in accordance with current federal, state, local and corporate standards, regulations, and guidelines to assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and conducting of individual, small and large group activities.
• Assist in providing good communication between employees of all levels, residents, their families, support personnel, government agencies/personnel, and the public to ensure the needs and best interest of the residents, community and facility are met to the extent possible.
• Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.  Assist in development of monthly activity calendar and maintaining attendance records.
• Assist the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified quality deficiencies as requested by Activities Director.
• Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of activity care plans and resident assessments.
• Assist in arranging transportation for residents when necessary including, but not limited to, resident outings, to/from appointments, or for discharge.
• Assists in developing a monthly activity schedule for residents, which include resident outings, regularly scheduled group activities, and in-room activities for bed-bound or isolated residents.
• Encourage residents to participate in self-initiated activities including hobbies, crafts, and reading
• Provide materials as necessary including reading materials in Braille or audio books as appropriate.
• Assist with assessment documentation, quarterly progress notes as assigned by the Activity Director. 
• Keep Activity Department clean, orderly and secured.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1+ year experience in long-term care facilities (preferred)
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees
• Ability to problem-solve.

Ready to Join the Valley Pointe Team?

If you are a reliable team player looking for an opportunity to contribute to a welcoming skilled nursing environment, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to join Valley Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and help us make a difference, one meal at a time!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.