Activities Assistant/Memory Care

Weatherly Inn; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking energetic and compassionate individuals to join their team as Activities Assistants. This full-time position offers the chance to enrich the lives of residents in the Memory Care department while engaging in fun and rewarding activities. Ideal candidates will possess a CNA or HCA license and a valid Washington State Driver's License, along with a heart for caring for seniors, especially those experiencing memory loss. If you are looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have active CNA or HCA license and valid WA State Driver's License.
• Experience working with seniors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn and report special needs of residents to nursing.
• Maintain a clean work environment and follow safety protocols.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical lifting (50 pounds)

Wheelchair assistance

Multi-tasking

Organization

Leadership

Arts and crafts

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

CNA or HCA license

CPR + 1st Aid certification

Food Handlers certification

Job description

We care for our residents just as deeply as we do for our team. We're so glad you're considering a career at Weatherly Inn and can't wait to welcome you to the family. Explore our open roles below!

Activities Assistant/Memory Care

Job Description

Weatherly Inn is looking for energetic, fun-loving and outgoing individuals to fill full-time Activity Assistant positions to serve residents in the Memory Care department of our beautiful assisted living community. Must have an active CNA or HCA license and valid WA State Driver's License with a clean driving record. Candidates must be able to drive or be willing to learn to drive a 16 passenger activities bus. Ideal candidates must be friendly, outgoing and compassionate with a heart for caring for seniors, especially those with memory loss. Experience working with seniors is a plus. Have fun while working and enriching the lives of seniors!

JOB SKILLS (Abilities essential to the job.)

• Read, write, speak and understand English.
• Lift 50 pounds and carry 25 pounds.
• Push a 250-pound resident in a wheelchair or cart of the same weight.
• Sit, stand, walk, squat, and bend at the waist multiple times a shift.
• Perform repetitive arm/hand movement & reach above shoulder.
• Proficient at multi-tasking, organization, communication, leadership. Proficient at arts, crafts and/or music preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: GED or High School required.
• Certificates: Food Handlers (within 14 days of hire), CPR + 1st Aid (within 30 days)
• Dementia & Mental Health Training (within 90 days)
• WA State CNA or HCA license
• Washington State Driver’s License and no moving violations for the past 3 years.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn to know special needs of residents and report changes in behavior (physical or emotional) to nursing.
• Be familiar with and follow Employee Handbook and General Requirements.
• Report needed repairs or unsafe conditions to maintenance or supervisor.
• Report immediately any on-the-job injury to supervisor or charge nurse.
• Maintain a clean work environment.

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