Life Enrichment Recreation Aide FT EOW

Northampton County•Nazareth, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Recreation Aide assists the Life Enrichment Director in the organization, direction, and implementation of activities for all residents of Gracedale. This position is responsible for practicing ethical and professional behaviors related to the field of life enrichment and meeting the physical, mental, emotional, and social needs, as well as the interest of the Gracedale residents.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
All employees of Gracedale Nursing Home will be required to attend Feeding Program training.

Nice To Haves

Six (6) to twelve (12) months of experience in organizing and instructing activities for groups is preferred.
Experience with geriatric residents is preferred.
It is preferred that employees assigned to this title possess and maintain a valid and current motor vehicle driver’s license, with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Organize and implement all scheduled activities, including workshops, trips, religious activities, social and special events, including maintenance of supplies and equipment, preparation and completion of projects and adaptation of activities.
Responsible for documentation of the following with approval of Life Enrichment Director: initial evaluation; progress notes; interdisciplinary care plan approaches and goals; and taking of attendance.
Participation in departmental meetings, interdisciplinary patient care plan meetings, and in-services.
Cooperate and maintain good working relationships with other staff members and volunteers.
Operation of various life enrichment department equipment.
Transportation of residents to and from activity programs.
Responsible for remaining alert to mental and physical needs of all residents during activities; recognizing residents’ limitations; and reporting any problems to the immediate supervisor.