Activities Assistant

Kin-On-Health-Care-Center

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 28,929 - 31,684

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

7 paid holidays

Paid vacations

Paid sick leave

Free parking

Job summary

Kin On Health Care Center in Seattle seeks an Activities Assistant to support residents' recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social wellness. You will coordinate events, escort residents to activities, and lead engaging programs under the Life Enrichment Director's guidance.

Qualifications include strong English skills, willingness to work with Asian seniors, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

Qualifications

English written and verbal ability a must.
Be a positive team player who loves working with seniors and leading life-enrichment activities.
Be able to work independently and follow scheduled plans.
Must relate positively, show compassion and collaborate with other departments.

Responsibilities

Coordinate facility-wide events and volunteer services.
Escort/assist residents to and from activities.
Lead group and one-on-one activities for physical, social, and recreational wellness.
Document goals and progress notes and complete required records.

Skills

English communication

Team player

Independent work

Compassionate attitude

Creativity in activities

Education

High school or GED

A.A. degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Organization Kin On Health Care Center, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a continuum of culturally sensitive healthcare services to Asian seniors in the greater Seattle metropolitan area. Kin On offers a culturally sensitive continuum of care for Asian elders, including a skilled nursing facility, assisted living apartments, adult family home, home care, caregiver support, and community-based health and wellness programs. As we enter an exciting new chapter, we seek an exceptional leader to carry our mission forward and deepen our impact in the communities we serve.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Activity

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Rehab & Care Center

Position Activities Assistant

Description

Kin On is seeking an Activities Assistant reports directly to the Life Enrichment Director. The role is to assist the Life Enrichment Director to plan, organize, review and deliver quality programs for residents to support the recreational, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social wellness of residents in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. It also includes coordinate facility-wide events and volunteer services and work within a team to meet residents’ therapeutic needs and recreational interests.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate facility-wide events and volunteer services.
Possess the ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with families, residents, the community, administration, and outside services is crucial.
Encourage and motivate resident to participate on daily activities with exercise, sensory stimulation (games), special programs and spiritual support.
Escort/assist residents to and from activities
Encourage participation and engage residents in small and large group settings. Make regular room visits to residents uninterested or unable to participate in group activities.
Lead or assist with group, and one-on-one, physical, social, religious, cultural, recreational, emotional and exercise. Facilitate sensory stimulation (games), conversations, exercise, art and music and special events.
Demonstrated proficiency in arts/crafts/music is preferred.
Encourage resident participation in activities and document outcomes when required.
Review goals and progress notes.
Complete Admission interview notes, Daily progress notes, Quarterly Care Plan/MDS/Activities – Quarterly/Annual Participation Review and all required document in a timely manner as assigned. Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Post daily resident attendance records and maintain documentation as required by State and Federal regulations.
Follow resident care plans in providing daily activities for the resident. Support the facility’s compliance with all state, local and federal regulations, HIPPA, OSHA, Fire code and Resident’s Bill of Rights at all times.
Handle all forms of resident Protected Health Information (PHI) in a confidential, private and secure manner.
Perform all duties as assigned by management.

MINIMUMN QUALIFICATIONS:

English written and verbal ability a must.
Verbal language skills in Mandarin/Cantonese/Toishanese dialects/Vietnamese will be a plus.
Positive team player and love working with seniors, and leading life-enrichment activities.
Able to work independently and follow scheduled plans.
Relate positively and, and always treat.
Have a positive and compassionate attitude and collaborate effectively with other departments. Advocate for our senior residents with respect and dignity.
Be creative in planning and executing of activities
High school or GED equivalent. An A.A. degree graduated preferred.
Nursing Home, Assisted Living or senior care facilities experience preferred.
Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite a must.
Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States