Activities Assistant - Healthcare Setting

Activities Assistant

Status:  Full-Time

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wage: $23 hourly

Location: Avamere Queen Anne Healthcare - 2717 Dexter Ave. North,  Seattle, WA 98109

Apply at Teamavamere.com 

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

Activity Planning & Implementation:

• Assist in developing and implementing a diverse range of activities, including games, exercise programs, arts and crafts, music sessions, and social events.
• Create activity schedules and calendars, ensuring a variety of options to cater to different interests and abilities.
• Prepare activity areas, gather necessary supplies, and ensure a safe and enjoyable environment.

Resident Engagement:

• Lead group activities and engage residents in one-on-one interactions.
• Encourage participation in activities and provide support to residents who may need assistance.
• Observe residents' responses to activities and report any changes in their needs or behavior to the appropriate personnel.

Documentation & Communication:

• Maintain records of resident participation in activities, including attendance and feedback.
• Communicate with other staff members, volunteers, and families to coordinate activities and ensure resident needs are met.

Other Duties:

• Transport residents to and from activities as needed.
• Assist with setup and cleanup of activity areas.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment. 

 

Requirements and Qualifications

• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.
• Prefer experience in long-term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and or critical care clinical setting.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
• Must hold an active and unencumbered Driver’s License.
• Experience with volunteer work and or activities work with the geriatric population.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, flexible, patient and empathy working with the geriatric population.

 

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.  
• Paid Time Off (PTO):  Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA:  Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.    

 Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify