Activities and Transportation Assistant

The Residence at North Ridge; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

PTO

CEU reimbursement

On-site day care discount

Flexible daily pay options

Job summary

The Residence at North Ridge in New Hope, MN is seeking an Activities and Transportation Assistant to support our rehabilitation team and TR program, meeting the physical, mental, psycho-social and spiritual needs of residents.

This full-time role offers mid-day hours from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with responsibilities including planning activity programs, transporting residents, assisting with outings and special events, and maintaining safety with pre-trip vehicle checks.

Qualifications

• Must be 24+ years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (no revocations, suspensions, or cancellations in the last 5 years).
• Ability to pass an MN DOT physical.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct activity programs under direct supervision.
• Assist with outings and transport residents to programs.
• Conduct one-to-one therapeutic visits with residents.
• Assist with decorations and publicity of therapeutic programs.
• Perform pre-trip safety checks and maintain vehicle readiness.
• Record daily attendance and support care/family conferences.

Skills

Driving

Customer service

Communication

English proficiency

Job description

The Resident of North Ridge in New Hope, MN is looking to hire an Activities and Transportation Assistant to join our team. Are you looking for a career with a health care company that will value you? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and caring clinical team? If so, please read on!

This Activities/Transportation Assistant position earns a competitive salary, we also provide comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, a flexible spending account (FSA), a 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), life insurance, continuing education unit (CEU) reimbursement, on-site day care at a 50% discounted rate for full time and discounted for Part-time and daily pay options. If this sounds like the right opportunity in health care for you,

Description:

The Recreation Specialist is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of our TR program which meets the physical, mental, psycho-social and spiritual needs of our residents.

Duties:

Major job functions of the Recreation Specialist includes; Planning and conducting activity programs under direct supervision; assisting with outings; recruiting and transporting residents to and from programs; conducting one to one therapeutic visits with residents; assisting in planning special events; responsible for a caseload of residents and records daily attendance; gives input for care/family conferences; assisting with decorations and publicity of therapeutic programs. Second main focus of this position, you'll do pre-trip safety checks, take pride in keeping your vehicle in top shape, and report any maintenance needs. If you have experience in transportation and a passion for helping seniors, we’d love to hear from you!

The successful candidate must have a special interest in working with geriatric residents. In addition, the individual must assume responsibility for learning and following therapeutic recreational techniques and documentation procedures. Position requires the ability to generate enthusiasm during programs and be willing to participate in special events. Excellent communication skills are needed. The ability to follow oral and written directions is needed as well.

Qualifications:

• Must be 24+ years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (no revocations, suspensions, or cancellations in the last 5 years).
• Ability to pass an MN DOT physical.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals preferred.

Job Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Safely transport vulnerable adults and seniors, adhering to MN Department of Transportation and STS regulations.
• Assist clients to and from the vehicle as needed.
• Understand and follow schedules, special trip requests, and transport groups as assigned.
• Adhere to all laws, company procedures, and safety precautions, including weather and road conditions.
• Ensure proper restraint of wheelchair passengers and perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Building meaningful relationships with the community, assisting where needed.

WORK SCHEDULE

This Full-time position is mid-day hours 9am-5:30pm

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR REHABILITATION TEAM?

We look forward to meeting you!