Activities Assistant, Bethany LTC Part-time Days

Good Samaritan; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Brainerd, MN is seeking a part-time Activities Assistant to improve residents' quality of life. The role schedules daily activities, administers the monthly calendar, and supports care with transportation and documentation.

The position emphasizes engaging residents through music, crafts, and spiritual activities while maintaining dignity and identity. Requires a high school diploma; CNA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in social services or creative activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful activities and interventions one-on-one or in groups.
• Administer the monthly activity calendar.
• Assist with transporting patients/residents to and from rooms.
• Document MDS/EPIC entries and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Social services experience

Creative activities

Education

High school diploma

CNA preferred

Tools

CPR training

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Facility

Gss Mn Brainerd Bethany

Location

Brainerd, MN

Address

804 Wright St, Brainerd, MN 56401, USA

Shift

Day

Job Schedule

Part time

Weekly Hours

12.00

Salary Range

$19.09 - $22.50

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.

Job 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. 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.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number

R-0273169

Job Function

Sports Medicine and Wellness

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