Activities Assistant

Benedictine • Albany, MN

6d • $19 - $21

About The Position

The Wellness Assistant assists in enhancing residents’ quality of life through social, spiritual, therapeutic, and other wellness activities and programs within the community. The role supports the development of wellness programming, facilitates daily events and programs, collects information to support resident assessments, and helps implement plans of care based on residents’ needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience in long-term care is preferred.
• BLS certification is preferred.
• First Aid certification is preferred.
• If leading the program, meet the applicable federal qualifications under §483.15(f)(2), such as qualifying as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional, occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, or completing a state-approved training course. The regulation also includes qualifying licensure or registration, certification eligibility, or specified social or recreational program experience where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in long-term care.
• BLS certification.
• First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the community’s wellness programming.
• Facilitate daily events and programming to meet residents’ needs.
• Perform data collection to assist with residents’ assessment processes.
• Assist in implementing plans of care based on residents’ needs.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement benefits
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Education assistance
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED