AmeriCorps position overview: participates and leads individual and group recreational activities to help in the treatment and rehabilitation of residents on the Long Term Care Unit of the hospital. Will work with Activities Coordinator, the staff of long term care units, residents, and occasionally family members of the residents. Must have an interest in geriatrics.
Primary duties and responsibilities:
- Participate in and lead a variety of games and projects for hospital residents, under the direction of the activity coordinator.
- Work one to one on individual resident activities.
- Work with adult volunteers and teen volunteers who help with patient activities.
- Spontaneously lead a group or individual discussions with residents.
Additional responsibilities may include:
- Assist in set up and cleaning of the activity area.
- Keep equipment and supplies in good order.
- Transport patients (via wheelchair) to and from the activity area.
- Assist with field trips for extended care residents to local sites of interest.
- Promote a safe environment.
- Promote a positive, pleasant environment for optimal resident psychosocial growth.
