Life Enrichment Partner I

Artesia Christian Home•Artesia, CA

4d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to assist in implementing the Life Enrichment Program in the Skilled Nursing facility. This program aims to engage residents in life-enriching experiences at a level appropriate for their needs. The Life Enrichment Program will use a person-centered approach when planning and implementing activities and daily schedules.

Requirements

Must pass a California criminal background clearance.
Must possess written and oral communication skills in English.
Must have a high school diploma and have an interest in working with the elderly.
Must be comfortable speaking and leading large groups of people.
Must be in good physical and mental condition, capable of performing assigned tasks.
Good health must be verified by a health screening performed by a licensed physician, including a chest X-ray or intradermal test for TB.
Must be able to hear, talk, and have a clear vision with or without corrective lenses.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, push, pull, lift, squat, and kneel during working hours and lift or exert force of up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to maintain a high energy level all day.
Must be able to perform in a busy environment, subject to frequent interruptions, subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents and family members, and subject to falls, infectious diseases, substances, and odors.

Responsibilities

Conduct activity programs for large groups and small groups of residents based on residents' interests.
Lead and carry out the daily activities according to the monthly Activity Calendar.
Assist with the organization of all supplies and equipment.
Facilitate assisted video and phone calls between Residents and their loved ones as scheduled.
Assist and encourage participation in utilizing specialty programs, such as iN2L technology, Eldergrow Gardens, Alive Inside Music Headphones, etc.
Assist with the organization of a monthly birthday party as well as other seasonal and holiday events.
Ensure the safety of each resident, including behavior management interventions.
Report changes or concerns regarding a Resident’s condition or daily routine to supervisors promptly.
Assist in implementing the individual resident’s person-centered Life Enrichment care plan, including personal preferences and requests.
Record and complete Resident Daily Activity Participation Charting for each Resident.
Prepare the SNF dining room for mealtimes by organizing individual table settings, serving water, juices, and coffee, enforcing the dining room table assignments, assisting Residents to their assigned seats and applying their clothing protectors, and leading devotion and prayer before meals.
Form relationships with residents and engage in one-on-one socialization, individual activities, and room visits between scheduled group activities.
Deliver resident mail daily and assist with opening and reading mail to residents if residents accept or request assistance.
Manage and support volunteers, when applicable, by encouraging interaction with residents and providing appropriate tasks to complete.
Demonstrate Core Values and Non-Negotiable Behaviors as defined by the Artesia Christian Home.
Adhere to the Life Enrichment Program philosophy and implement person-centered, relationship-based approaches when working with residents and their families.
Maintain a high level of awareness of residents’ rights, trauma-informed care, dementia behaviors and interventions, quality of life, confidentiality, and privacy in the Life Enrichment program.
Maintain the principles of infection control and be aware of all safety hazards and emergency procedures for fire and disaster that would ensure the safety of our residents.
Interact positively with residents, families, and all staff.
Be sensitive to residents' individual needs and desires.
Create an environment of teamwork with all departments.
Assume accountability for data contained in the employees’ handbook.
Attend all in-service training programs.
Perform other related duties as directed by his/her supervisor cooperatively.