Life Enrichment Program Assistant

CHSGa•Peachtree City, GA

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About The Position

Southland Health & Rehab is seeking a Life Enrichment Program Assistant to support the development, delivery, and evaluation of patient-centered life enrichment activities. The position assists with department administration and volunteer programs, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, supports care planning, and helps maintain activity supplies and equipment. The assistant also serves as a facility liaison for community initiatives and follows applicable regulations, safety procedures, privacy and security programs, and corporate compliance requirements. The role requires at least one year of recent experience in a social or recreation program, or at least one year of experience as a qualified healthcare professional in a skilled nursing or similar care setting. A GHCA Activity Director State Approved 36-Hour Certification Course is preferred; the preferred applicant must already hold the certification or obtain it within the first year of employment. The job requires proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. Pay is $13.10 per hour, paid weekly. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

At least one year of experience within the last five years in a social or recreation program as a qualified life enrichment professional, or at least one year of experience in a skilled nursing or similar care setting as a qualified healthcare professional.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before groups.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and use common-sense judgment to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including regularly sitting, talking, or hearing; frequently walking and using hands and arms; and occasionally standing.
Follow established safety procedures and comply with privacy, security, and corporate compliance requirements.

Nice To Haves

GHCA Activity Director State Approved 36-Hour Certification Course; the preferred applicant must be certified or obtain certification within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing, implementing, facilitating, and evaluating the life enrichment program under the direction of the Director of Life Enrichment Programs.
Help develop and maintain life enrichment calendars that reflect patient needs and include special occasions, individual activities, and large- and small-group activities.
Promote ongoing delivery of life enrichment programs during evening, weekend, and holiday hours.
Assist with developing and maintaining a volunteer program, including volunteer screening, orientation, training, supervision, and evaluation.
Participate in the interdisciplinary team, including designated staff, leadership, and committee meetings and resident care conferences as directed.
Participate in the RAI/Care Plan process as indicated by RAI guidelines and as directed by the Director of Life Enrichment Programs.
Assist with coordinating and delivering life enrichment activities.
Maintain effective communication between departments to support positive working relationships.
Comply with the departmental financial plan and operate within approved Life Enrichment department guidelines.
Maintain supplies and equipment needed to deliver meaningful, patient-centered activities.
Serve as a facility liaison to promote engagement in community initiatives.
Assist with administration of the Life Enrichment department in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Participate in nursing center surveys and complete subsequently required reports.
Attend continuing education programs and mandatory in-services.
Follow established safety procedures and regulations, including fire protection and prevention, smoking regulations, and infection control.
Respect patients’ rights and comply with the Corporate Compliance Program and Privacy & Security programs.
Report job-related functions or tasks involving occupational hazards, including exposure to blood and body fluids.
Perform other duties as necessary or as directed by the supervisor to support the center.