Activity Assistant | PRN

Avera • Parkston, SD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing the activity program in accordance with current federal, state regulations and local standards to ensure that an ongoing program meets the interests, the physical, the mental, and the psychosocial well-being of each resident. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the resident/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the facility.

Requirements

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and are insurable under Avera’s vehicle insurance policy

Nice To Haves

• High School or GED Equivalent
• Less than 1 year Experience in geriatric or patient care

Responsibilities

• Assists in implementation of activity program and social functions that are of interest, age appropriate and individualized for resident population. These programs or functions may include but are not limited to music, exercise, education, games/puzzles, sensory stimulation, religion, community events and one to one activities specific to resident need.
• Sets up activity materials and has them available for all departments to easily implement.
• Assists in scheduling and organizing activities.
• Records individual resident activity attendance, noting response or changes in response in a timely manner.
• Provides 1-1 interactions for residents with minimal overall activity participation and for those that cannot plan their own daily activity and those with special needs.
• Prepares weekly assessments in a timely manner.
• Suggests topics for discussion and promotes resident participation and understanding.
• Participates in quality of care activities.
• Contacts and makes arrangements with volunteers for necessary supplies, room preparation, setting up and operating equipment to ensure safe, clean environment for the residents, staff, and volunteers.
• Connects with the community.
• Shares duties of transporting residents to and from clinic appointments, shopping, or other community events in which individuals may want to attend.
• May assist in transporting lab or other supplies or information as needed.

Benefits

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED