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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Activity Aide (PT)

United States

Full-time

Remote

New Grad, Entry Level

$15.30/hr - $15.30/hr

0+ years exp

NEOGOV is a company that provides services to the County of Chester, and they are seeking an Activity Aide to assist recreation therapists with therapeutic activities for residents. The role involves socialization, transportation of residents, facilitating discussion groups, and supporting various recreational activities.

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Responsibilities

One-on-one socialization with residents on and off units

Transport residents to areas of activity on and off units

Hold discussion groups, using various materials to promote interaction, communication and reminiscence and provide activity programming (independent of therapist)

Gather materials relevant to group type

Observe residents and report anything unusual or different in a resident’s behavior and/or appearance

Assist residents on outside bus trips to embark, debark and transport at destination

Shop for residents

Assist with activity calendars and filing

Assist with the necessary paperwork when covering units

Help cover activities on evenings, weekends and holidays, as scheduled

Participate in in-service education

Help cover units when needed

Participate in activities and department meetings

Perform other duties, tasks and special projects, as required

Qualification

DiplomaJob-related experienceBasic computer skillsValid driver’s licenseRespectful treatmentDiversity awarenessCommon sense understandingFocus on operationsMultitaskingCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamworkDetail orientedIndependent workAdaptabilityFlexibilitySelf-motivated