Activities Assistant - On Call - Pohai Nani LTC

Good Samaritan Society • Kaneohe, HI

90d • $17 - $27

About The Position

The Activities Assistant at Pohai Nani LTC is responsible for improving the quality of life for patients and residents by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis. This role involves administering the monthly activity calendar, regularly eliciting patients/residents' input into activity planning, and keeping activities well organized and upbeat, following all state-required activities such as music, craft, and spiritual activities. The assistant will partake in activities appropriate for the patient/department and residents to support and ensure functioning at an optimal level while maintaining dignity and identity. Additional responsibilities include assisting with simple nursing procedures, transporting patients/residents, and assisting with Minimum Data Set's (MDS's)/EPIC's documentation. The position requires creativity, resourcefulness, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions while working under close supervision. Excellent communication skills and leadership abilities to develop and motivate people are essential, as well as strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in social services or creative activities preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.
• Preferred current Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled as a student in a healthcare-related program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location.
• Must attend CPR training and be certified within six months of hire.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be medically qualified to perform essential driving functions.

Responsibilities

• Administers the monthly activity calendar.
• Elicits patients/residents input into activity planning.
• Keeps activities well organized and upbeat.
• Partakes in activities appropriate for the patient/department and residents.
• Assists with simple nursing procedures.
• Transports patients/residents to and from rooms.
• Assists with Minimum Data Set's (MDS's)/EPIC's documentation.
• Displays creativity and resourcefulness.
• Follows written and verbal instructions under close supervision.
• Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates leadership abilities to develop and motivate people.
• Maintains strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Prioritizes responsibilities while working autonomously.
• Plans and oversees the utilization of resources and designs of work processes.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Daily Access to Your Earnings
• Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
• Generous Shift Differentials
• Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Referral Bonuses
• Advancement Opportunities
• Years of Service Recognition Program
• Verizon and AT&T Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED