Activities Assistant

Job overview

The Activities Assistant is a part-time, onsite role in Danville, VA. Compensation is not specified. The position supports recreational programming for patients at Piney Forest Health & Rehabilitation Center, with the goal of enriching patients’ lives and building relationships with patients and families.

What you'll do

• Assist with planning, conducting, and evaluating scheduled activities
• lead group activities
• maintain attendance records
• collect oral histories
• and complete patient assessments, progress notes, and care plans as directed by the Activities Director.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

activities assistant

recreational activities

patient engagement

group activities

danville va

piney forest health & rehabilitation center

part-time

activities department

patient assessments

care plans

health insurance

paid time off

401(k)

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Why this role

Requires an associate degree and qualification through relevant therapeutic-activities experience, National Council for Activity Professionals certification, state-approved training, or enrollment in an approved course upon hire. A four-year degree and therapeutic recreation or activities-professional qualification are preferred.

About the employer

Piney Forest Health & Rehabilitation Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.