Activity / Recreation Assistant

Activity/Recreation Assistant needed at NHC HealthCare Sumter, SC

NHC Healthcare Sumter, located less than an hour drive east from Columbia is looking for an Activity/Recreation Assistant to join our fun team and assist in providing therapeutic programs which meets each patient's "individual" needs while providing an atmosphere of FUN and ENJOYMENT and other duties as requested.

Applicant must have a desire to work with seniors, be compassionate, caring and creative.

The ideal candidate must be creative, energetic, and have knowledge of the domains of wellness as it relates to programming in long term care.

Your goal would be to provide daily meaningful activities that enhance the quality of life for our residents.

Specifically you are responsible for:


* Developing and implementing a well-rounded wellness program for Long Term Care, Memory Care or Rehab patients as assigned (This will include some weekend and/or holiday hours)


* Timely completion of assessments, care plans and associated paperwork


* Ensuring that all local, State and Federal guidelines regarding programming are met


* Bringing the "fun"


* Other duties as assigned

Other important skills are:


* Strong communication and time management


* Ability to be a team player and work with other departments to build staff morale


* Basic typing and computer skills


* Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Publisher specifically for producing monthly calendars and newsletters along with other external and internal marketing material

Requirements:
- Must be self-motivated, creative with positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm
- Must be able to work with family members, partners, and the community
- Must have High School Diploma or GED

NHC HealthCare Sumter offers competitive compensation package for full time employment including health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, paid time off, 401 (k) with generous company match, stock options, and more.

We offer competitive rates and benefits for part time employment including dental, vision, disability insurance, 401 (k) with generous company match, and more.

NHC HealthCare Sumter is located at 1018 N Guignard Dr, Sumter, SC 29150

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care since 1971, please apply online at nhccare.com/locations/sumter/

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