Activity Assistant

at  Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation and Pediatrics

The Phoenix Center for Rehabilitation & Pediatrics is a 227 bed skilled nursing facility caring for both geriatrics and pediatrics residents. We are currently looking for full time Activity Assistants to care for both populations. At the Phoenix Center, we maintain the highest standard of care and service for residents, families, and our valued employees. We are teamwork oriented and offer a professional working environment.
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant position is to assist the Activity Director in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Activity Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations as well as our established policies and procedures.

• Assist in planning and promoting activities based on the needs and interests of the residents
• Interview residents and families to determine each resident’s spiritual, social, recreational and emotional needs and interests
• Encourage social communication through group activities
• Provide programs of sensory training on an individual and group basis
• Assist residents with leisure recreation
• Visit residents in their rooms and provide bedside activity programs
• Document resident attendance and participation level at recreation programs
• Attend appropriate in-service training programs
• Assist in transporting residents to and from recreation programs
• Assist with resident council meetings
• Ensure that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights
• Perform other duties as requested by the Activity Director