Activities Aide - Long-Term Care

Crook County Medical Services District•Sundance, WY

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About The Position

Activities Aide Crook County Medical Services District is currently seeking an Activities Aide for our Long-Term Care Department. This position will assist the Activities Supervisor in providing activity programs for all residents and will be responsible for assisting residents or patients with the use of equipment as well as planning and monitoring their participation in various activities and outings. Essential Functions: ▪Assist the Activity Coordinator in the planning, development, and implementation of activities/programs which enriches the lives of the residents ▪Develop and lead small, medium and large group activities ▪Contribute to residents' care planning: assessments, care plan goals and approaches, and progress notes ▪Assist with documentation ▪Conduct one-to-one programs ▪Assist with field trips and outings, which may require the operation of a company vehicle ▪Other duties may be assigned Qualifications/Education: ▪High School Diploma or GED ▪Current CPR and/or First Aid Certificates obtained within 6 months of hire ▪Current Driver's License (must be 21 years of age due to CCMSD insurance policy stipulations) ▪WY CNA License must be obtained within 6 months of hire Experience: ▪Previous experience in a long-term care setting is preferred, but not required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: ▪Excellent patient care skills. ▪Professional and discrete manner at all times. ▪Ability to communicate effectively and verbally as well as the ability to follow verbal and written instructions. ▪Ability to work independently and with supervision. ▪Good driving record and ability to drive safely in various weather conditions. Hours of Work: 30-40 hours per week, rotating holidays, every other weekend Pay : Competitive salary with regular salary increases. Benefits : Medical plans offered with deeply discounted rates for using CCMSD facilities, Free Telemedicine options, Dental, Vision, Supplemental plans, PTO, Sick Leave, Retirement with company match, Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement programs, Employee Assistance Program. Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with CCMSD is contingent on the successful completion of an employee health screening and background check. We are a drug/alcohol free workplace, and all employees are subject to a pre-employment drug screen as well as random drug screening as part of your employment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Current CPR and/or First Aid Certificates obtained within 6 months of hire
Current Driver's License (must be 21 years of age due to CCMSD insurance policy stipulations)
WY CNA License must be obtained within 6 months of hire
Excellent patient care skills.
Professional and discrete manner at all times.
Ability to communicate effectively and verbally as well as the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work independently and with supervision.
Good driving record and ability to drive safely in various weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a long-term care setting is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist the Activity Coordinator in the planning, development, and implementation of activities/programs which enriches the lives of the residents
Develop and lead small, medium and large group activities
Contribute to residents' care planning: assessments, care plan goals and approaches, and progress notes
Assist with documentation
Conduct one-to-one programs
Assist with field trips and outings, which may require the operation of a company vehicle
Other duties may be assigned