Activities Assistant - Long Term Care - Part Time Days

Good Samaritan Society; Howard Lake (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift differential $1.25/hour

Benefits package

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Howard Lake, MN is seeking a Part-time Day Shift Activities Assistant to engage residents with meaningful activities, manage the monthly calendar and maintain dignity and identity.

The role requires high school graduation, experience in social services or geriatrics, and preferred CNA certification with BLS; weekend rotation and driving may be required, with a premium for weekend hours.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in social services or creative activities preferred; geriatrics experience preferred.
• CNA certification preferred; BLS required; CPR training within six months depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful activities to residents and manage the monthly activity calendar.
• Lead one-on-one and group activities and solicit resident input.
• Assist with simple nursing procedures and transport residents.
• Document using MDS/EPIC and maintain care records.
• Demonstrate leadership and motivate staff in activity planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification (preferred)

Healthcare studies student (preferred)

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS MN Howard Lake Ctr
Location: Howard Lake, MN
Address: 413 13th Ave, Howard Lake, MN 55349, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Part time
Weekly Hours: 19.00
Salary Range: $19.09 - $22.50

Department Details

Seeking a Part-time Day Shift - Activities Assistant.

• Day shifts available
• Every other Saturday and Sunday weekend rotation required. Holiday rotation required.
• Additional $1.25/hour for weekend hours

Join Us at the Good Samaritan Society in Howard Lake, our 32 bed nursing home has a great team with a fantastic level of support from our community!

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.

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