Activities Aide Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for activities aide, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for a plan of activities appropriate to the needs of the residents that includes, but is not limited to group social activities and indoor and outdoor activities.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Driving record within PHS Driving Policy
• Certification from a nursing assistant program and is listed on the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry
• OSHA-MSDA sheets and procedures
• Operation of kitchen appliances (dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, ice machine) and office equipment (FAX machine, photocopier, telephone, computer), if applicable
• Mature, pleasant, friendly and cheerful personality
• Provides assistance to all clients in a safe, courteous and timely manner
• Knowledge and skill of operating a large, hydraulic lift
• Knowledge of patient care standards and practices in relation to patient activities normally acquired through completion of a high school diploma or GED equivalent combination of education and experience

I am excited to be applying for the position of activities aide. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for care appropriate to the condition/age of the patient.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Use adaptive techniques, skills and equipment to provide recreation to each child's maximum participation and cognitive level
• Playing Bingo, creating arts and crafts activities, keeping residents engaged with activities they enjoy
• Spending time getting to know the residents, participating in activities, brainstorming with the team to come up with new events and activities
• Maintaining records of participation in Recreational Programs
• Escorting residents to and from groups, assisting residents on outings and directing volunteers
• Effectively assist in providing an ongoing program of activities designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial well being of each resident
• Implement activity program as assigned
• Use a positive approach to encourage activity participation

In response to your job posting for activities aide, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for a plan of activities appropriate to the needs of the residents that includes, but isnot limited to:.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Medical management/managed care and Joint Commission survey coordination preferred
• Is highly motivated in performing job duties
• Possesses great observational skills
• Is a self-starter requiring minimal supervision and guidance
• Has experience with resident activities
• Has experience escorting & transporting patients to & from activities
• Is experienced in providing an environment promoting resident socialization & interaction
• Is experienced in maintaining records

I am excited to be applying for the position of activities aide. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for appropriate care based on the physiological, emotional and cognitive needs of all age groups of patients, including infants, preschool, school aged, adolescents, and adults.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Is pleasant, polite, patient, respectful, caring, passionate and empathetic
• Is flexible, proactive, resourceful, efficient and professional
• Complete event and program evaluations
• Assist the Activities Assistant and/or Activities Coordinator with planning, coordination and implementation of the Activity programs
• Perform basic activity and life enrichment functions and other duties under the direction and supervision of the recreational activity manager
• Develops and implements individual Recreation Therapy programs for those clients who are in need of or who prefer one to one recreational programming
• Maintains respect for nursing floor demands and duties by providing timely communication and recreation plans to appropriate staff
• Maintain respect for nursing floor demands and duties by providing timely communication and recreation plans to appropriate staff

Please consider me for the activities aide opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for care appropriate to the age of the patient served in the assigned work area.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Adapt activities according to resident’s needs, handicaps and capabilities
• Report significant changes in attendance/participation to activity director
• Demonstrate flexibility and initiative on the job
• Effectively carry out the principles of quality human relations by maintaining good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all persons
• Exhibit friendly and helpful behavior by anticipating and responding to the needs of all persons
• Provide programming for participants with severe dementia
• Develops monthly calendar of daily activities
• Provide appropriate community outings as resources allow, and/or educate clients on leisure resources in their community and connect them with those resources, if applicable