Full-Time Life Enrichment Aide

Goodwin Living•Washington DC, DC

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Aide assists the Therapeutic Activities team in providing an ongoing program of therapeutic activities that meets the needs of individual residents. The role supports recreation and activity programs for residents, family members, and staff, including program planning and implementation, publicity, arranging speakers or performers, and contributing to the newsletter. The aide may work independently to complete activities when necessary. The position also requires documentation, reporting accidents and incidents and changes in residents’ conditions, following established policies and schedules, and supporting resident rights, confidentiality, infection control, and workplace safety. The role requires experience in activities or recreation, strong communication and organizational skills, patience, and flexibility to work irregular hours when necessary. Pay is $19 per hour.

Requirements

Experience in activities or recreation.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to relate information concerning residents.
Patience and understanding of conditions related to aging-related infirmities and/or diagnoses.
Excellent communication skills.
Organizational skills.
Flexibility to work irregular hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

Complete documentation as required by regulations.
Report accidents and incidents as soon as possible and notify the appropriate disciplines.
Report changes in a resident’s condition to a nurse during activities.
Assist with recreation and activity programs for residents, family members, and staff.
Participate in planning, implementing, and completing programs.
Work independently to complete an activity or program when necessary.
Assist with publicizing programs and engaging speakers or performers.
Assist with all aspects of the newsletter.
Perform assigned tasks according to established policies and procedures and follow work assignments and schedules.
Create and maintain a warm, positive atmosphere.
Report resident complaints and grievances.
Notify the Director or Assistant Director when late or absent.
Follow the code of ethics and conduct of The Methodist Home of DC.
Report occupational exposure to blood, body fluids, or infectious materials.
Attend and participate in scheduled in-services and educational classes.
Follow Universal Precautions and safety precautions; report safety violations to the appropriate disciplines.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the organization’s privacy practices and HIPAA guidelines.
Treat residents with dignity and respect.
Report allegations of resident abuse or theft to the appropriate discipline.
Honor a resident’s refusal to participate in an activity or outing.