Activity Assistant/Driver| PRN

Avera St. Luke's; Eureka (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera St. Luke's Eureka Health Care Center is seeking a PRN Activity Assistant to help plan, organize, and implement engaging activities for residents in accordance with regulations and standards.

The role emphasizes promoting physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being through age-appropriate programs and individualized activities. You will assist with scheduling, set up materials, record attendance, and provide 1-1 interactions with residents who participate less or need extra support.

Qualifications

• High School or GED equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required or insurable under employer policy.
• Experience in geriatric or patient care preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing activity programs for residents, including music, games, and community events.
• Set up activity materials and ensure availability for departments.
• Schedule activities and record attendance with timely updates.
• Provide 1-1 interactions for residents needing extra support.
• Transport residents to appointments, shopping, or community events as needed.
• Coordinate with volunteers and maintain a safe, clean activity environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Mobility

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Location:Eureka Health Care CenterWorker Type:PRNWork Shift:As Needed (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$17.50 - $21.50Position HighlightsIndividual will be responsible for assisting residents to and from appointments both in and out of town areas.You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewAssists in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing the activity program in accordance with current federal, state regulations and local standards to ensure that an ongoing program meets the interests, the physical, the mental, and the psychosocial well-being of each resident. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the resident/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the facility.What you will doAssists in implementation of activity program and social functions that are of interest, age appropriate and individualized for resident population. These programs or functions may include but are not limited to music, exercise, education, games/puzzles, sensory stimulation, religion, community events and one to one activities specific to resident need.Sets up activity materials and has them available for all departments to easily implement.Assists in scheduling and organizing activities.Records individual resident activity attendance, noting response or changes in response in a timely manner.Provides 1-1 interactions for residents with minimal overall activity participation and for those that cannot plan their own daily activity and those with special needs. Prepares weekly assessments in a timely manner.Suggests topics for discussion and promotes resident participation and understanding.Participates in quality of care activities.Contacts and makes arrangements with volunteers for necessary supplies, room preparation, setting up and operating equipment to ensure safe, clean environment for the residents, staff, and volunteers. Connects with the community.Shares duties of transporting residents to and from clinic appointments, shopping, or other community events in which individuals may want to attend. May assist in transporting lab or other supplies or information as needed.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Drivers License - Licensing Board Maintain valid driver’s license and are insurable under Avera’s vehicle insurance policy Upon HirePreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:High School or GED EquivalentLess than 1 year Experience in geriatric or patient careExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].