Activities Assistant (Personal Care)

Messiah Lifeways•Mechanicsburg, PA

3d•$17 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

Messiah Lifeways is a non-profit organization headquartered in Mechanicsburg, PA, that provides a network of services for adults 55 and better living in South Central PA. Our roots trace back to 1896, when the Brethren in Christ Church founded Messiah Home in Harrisburg, PA to serve older adults with Christ-like love. This role is instrumental in supporting and caring for our residents, while also developing and leading activities within our senior living community.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Willingness to learn - Able to grasp new ideas, methods, and technologies with some guidance
A collaborative spirit - Contributes to a work environment that embraces our organizational values
Building trust and credibility - Showcase the ability to build rapport quickly, establishing and maintaining productive and trusted relationships

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working directly with residents in long term care and/or residents with dementia
Prior caregiving experience with resident care or basic hygiene tasks

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and lead group person-centered, meaningful, and age-appropriate programs
Invite and encourage resident participation in activity programs and offer assistance with transport and/or assist residents to and from programs
Work with manager to request and/or purchase supplies needed to carry out programming
Document resident activity participation in our electronic record accurately and timely in addition to coordinating with care team members to capture other engagement experiences
Assist residents during mealtimes while engaging them in opportunities for socialization with fellow residents and team members.
Maintain tidiness of activity areas, office areas, and activity storage areas
Work cooperatively and productively with others, including residents, families, and other team members
Follow proper safety procedures and utilize devices/equipment to promote safe work practices in order to maintain a safe working environment
Willingness to work under direction and supervision
Confidentiality regarding resident information must be maintained in strict confidence, as well as other information pertaining to the business of Messiah Lifeways