Namaste (Dementia Care) Activity Care Partner (Part Time)

Williamsburg Landing•Williamsburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Namaste Care Activity Partner works under the direction and supervision of the Memory Support Manager and works closely with the Dementia Services Educator. Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and overseeing the activities for the Namaste Care Community. All work and engagements are performed collaboratively with the Namaste Team. Tentative schedule - 8:30am - 2:30pm Monday-Friday Pay rate for this position starts at $19.50/hr. and is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of Alzheimer’s and dementia issues and the ability to work with and develop programs for residents with dementia especially the late stage.
Work experience in social/recreational programs with senior adults or in a health care setting.
General knowledge of psycho-social needs of adults in varying stages of dementia.
Comprehensive knowledge of therapeutic programs which meet specific individual needs.
Must complete 4 hour advanced Namaste Training and obtain Certified Dementia Practitioner certification within six months of employment.
Able to exercise sound professional judgment.
Able to respond appropriately in the event of an emergency.
Able to work effectively independently and as a member of a team.
Basic computer skills is required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Recreational Therapist or Activity Director Certified, preferred.
Additional training or certification in gerontology or dementia, preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops, plans, and implements a diversified activity program meeting the current resident’s emotional, intellectual, physical, spiritual, social and vocational needs based on their functioning capabilities in late stage dementia.
Provides multisensory engagements geared to the resident’s unique individuality that provides feelings of comfort, safety, and connection to people around them, with opportunities for the resident to use their time meaningfully and not be bored or lonely
Works as a team with the Namaste staff, Social Workers and Culinary Services to ensure comprehensive and effective programming
Contributes to documentation of assessments, care plans and attendance for all residents
Develops a monthly calendar of activities and programs
Facilitates the programs and guides other staff, family and volunteers
Organizes Namaste activities spaces and materials needed for daily morning and afternoon engagements by the staff
Schedules and maintains records for volunteers and outside contract services such as musicians
Complies with all Williamsburg Landing policies and procedures including those of dress, conduct and attendance
Evaluates work processes and methods and submits recommendations for continuous quality improvement
Attends scheduled training programs for professional development that includes at a minimum, trainings required by Williamsburg Landing and by regulatory and accrediting bodies
Performs other duties as assigned