Activities Assistant-Part Time

Description

Hooverwood Living is a renowned senior living community nestled in the heart of Indianapolis, Indiana specializing in skilled nursing, short term rehabilitation, and dementia care. With a rich history spanning over a century, we have provided exceptional care and support to older adults since our establishment in 1902.  At Hooverwood Living, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents can thrive and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. Our compassionate and highly skilled team is committed to delivering personalized care that honors the unique needs and preferences of everyone. Whether it's assistance with daily activities, specialized memory care, or simply companionship and support, we are here to ensure that every resident receives the highest quality of care and attention. 

Hooverwood Living is more than a job - we are a family where your passion for caring makes the difference we need. We value our diverse team and take pride in being an equal opportunity employer. 

Key Responsibilities for Activity Assistant:

• Lead and Support Programming: Step in to implement activity programs when the regular programmer is unavailable, ensuring consistent engagement for all residents.
• Plan and Coordinate Activities: Assist in planning and executing unit-specific and facility-wide activities, including booking entertainment and researching new, innovative programs.
• Personalized Resident Engagement: Conduct one-on-one visits with residents who may not attend group activities, offering tailored support and interaction.
• Assist with Individual Projects: Help residents work on personal projects such as crafts, letter writing, reading, and other hobbies.
• Maintain Compliance: Complete all required documentation to ensure compliance with local, State, Federal, and Hooverwood standards, including MDS 3.0 assessments, attendance, and progress notes.
• Monthly Scheduling: Help with scheduling activities by creating the monthly calendar and assisting with staff scheduling to ensure seamless program delivery.

Requirements

 Activities Assistant Qualifications:

• Must  have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Experience working with a geriatric population preferred.
• General knowledge of computers and Windows required.
• Must have the ability to interact with people in a positive and upbeat manner. 
• Possess compassion for the elderly

 Activities Assistant Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to read normal print/script and computer-generated type.
•  Must have the ability to hear effectively
• Must be able to push/pull residents in a wheelchair without assistance.