Activities Assistant - Long Term Care - Weekend
About The Position
Strives to improve the quality of life for the patients/residents by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis. Administers the monthly activity calendar. Regularly elicits patients/residents input into activity planning and keeps activities well organized and upbeat, following all state required activities such as music, craft and spiritual activities. Partakes in activities appropriate for the patient/department and residents in order to support and ensure functioning at an optimal level while also maintaining dignity and identity. Assists with transporting patients/residents to and from rooms.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
- Experience in social services or creative activities are 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 preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location.
- Depending on location, all new employees will attend CPR training, and must be certified within six months of hire.
- Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
- Depending on location, this role classifies as a Sanford Category I or II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license.
- Must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy.
Responsibilities
- Administers the monthly activity calendar.
- Regularly elicits patients/residents input into activity planning and keeps activities well organized and upbeat, following all state required activities such as music, craft and spiritual activities.
- Partakes in activities appropriate for the patient/department and residents in order to support and ensure functioning at an optimal level while also maintaining dignity and identity.
- Assists with transporting patients/residents to and from rooms.
Benefits
- Additional $1.25/hr for weekend shift differential.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
