Activities Assistant, Long Term Care - Part time

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Windom (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend pay

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking an Activities Assistant to lead group and one‑to‑one resident activities, including games, crafts, exercise, music, discussion groups, bingo and spiritual programs, while promoting person‑centered care and dignity for all residents.

You will transport residents safely, document attendance and observations, communicate needs to the interdisciplinary team, and help maintain calendars and supplies; evening, weekend, or holiday availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with elderly individuals, including those with dementia and other cognitive impairments.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to motivate and engage residents.
• Understanding of person-centered care principles.
• Ability to maintain resident confidentiality and dignity, creativity and enthusiasm in planning activities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead group activities such as games, crafts, exercise programs, music, discussion groups, bingo, spiritual programs and special events.
• Provide one-to-one visits and individualized activities for residents unable or unwilling to attend group programs.
• Transport residents to and from activities using appropriate safety procedures.
• Document resident attendance, participation, responses, and activity-related observations in accordance with facility policies.
• Communicate resident preferences, needs, and behavioral changes to the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain activity supplies, equipment, bulletin boards, calendars, and resident communication materials.

Skills

Elder care

Flex hours

Motivation

Person-centered care

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

CNA preferred

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: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24

Compensation: Salary Range: $19.09 - $19.09

Additional pay for weekends!

Union Position: No

Department Details

Encourage resident participation in activities based on personal interests, abilities, and preferences.

Lead group activities such as games, crafts, exercise programs, music, discussion groups, bingo, spiritual programs, and special events.

Provide one-to-one visits and individualized activities for residents unable or unwilling to attend group programs.

Transport residents to and from activities using appropriate safety procedures.

Document resident attendance, participation, responses, and activity-related observations in accordance with facility policies.

Communicate resident preferences, needs, and behavioral changes to the interdisciplinary team.

Help maintain activity supplies, equipment, bulletin boards, calendars, and resident communication materials.

Follow infection control, resident rights, safety, confidentiality, and abuse prevention policies.

Abilities

• Ability to work with elderly individuals, including those with dementia and other cognitive impairments.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to motivate and engage residents.
• Understanding of person-centered care principles.
• Ability to maintain resident confidentiality and dignity, creativity and enthusiasm in planning and conducting activities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of dementia-friendly activity approaches preferred.

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

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

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. 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.