Activities Assistant, Bethany LTC Part-time Days

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Brainerd, MN is seeking an activities assistant to enrich resident life through planned programs and one-on-one engagements. You will coordinate the monthly activity calendar, gather input from patients, and ensure activities are carried out with dignity and safety in a supportive environment.

This position offers a part-time schedule with weekend hours and additional incentive options. We value creativity, reliability, and compassionate interaction with diverse resident

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in social services or creative activities preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.
• Preferred CNA certification or currently enrolled in a healthcare related program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location.
• Depending on location, attend CPR training and must be certified within six months of hire.
• Obtains and maintains required department competencies and certifications.
• Depending on location, may be classified as Sanford Category I or II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and valid driver’s license.
• Must be medically qualified to perform essential driving functions per Driving Policy.

Responsibilities

• Administers the monthly activity calendar.
• Regularly elicits patients/residents input into activity planning and keeps activities well organized and upbeat.
• Partakes in activities appropriate for resident/department to support functioning and dignity.
• Assists with simple nursing procedures and transporting patients/residents.
• Assists with MDS/EPIC documentation.
• Displays creativity and resourcefulness.
• Follow written and verbal instructions under supervision.
• Demonstrates leadership to develop and motivate people.
• Work with residents with strong will or behavioral issues.
• Plans and oversees utilization of resources and work processes.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Creativity in activities

Resident interaction leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

CPR training within six months

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 12 Compensation: Salary Range: $19.09 - $22.50 Union Position: No Department Details 12 hours per week. Shift times are 9am-530pm 1 shift per week. 10am-2pm every other weekend and holiday. Additional weekend incentive of $1.25/hour.

Summary Strives to improves the quality of life for the patients/residents by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis.

Job Description

• Administers the monthly activity calendar.
• Regularly elicits patients/residents input into activity planning and keeps activities well organized and upbeat, following all state required activities such as music, craft and spiritual activities.
• Partakes in activities appropriate for the patient/department and residents in order to support and ensure functioning at an optimal level while also maintaining dignity and identity.
• Assists with simple nursing procedures and transporting patients/residents to and from rooms.
• Assists with Minimum Data Set's (MDS's)/EPIC's documentation.
• Displays creativity and resourcefulness.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow written and verbal instructions while working under close supervision.
• Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates leadership abilities to develop and motivate people.
• Possesses the ability to work with strong willed patients/residents and/or behavioral issues.
• Maintains strong critical thinking skills and problem solving skills.
• Prioritizes responsibilities while working autonomously.
• Plans and oversees the utilization of resources and designs of work processes.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in social services or creative activities are preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.
• Preferred current Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled as a student in a healthcare related program preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location.
• Depending on location, all new employees will attend CPR training, and must be certified within six months of hire.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• Depending on location, this role classifies as a Sanford Category I or II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license.
• Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.