Engaging Activities Assistant (PRN) for Seniors

Good Samaritan Society; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend pay boost

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Society in Howard Lake, MN, is seeking a PRN Activities Assistant to enhance residents' quality of life through group and one-on-one programs. The role requires flexibility, weekend availability, and the ability to coordinate with clinical staff.

Starting wage is $19.09 per hour, with potential extra weekend pay of $1.25/hour and a supportive team in a 32-bed facility. The successful candidate will follow the monthly activity calendar, maintain records, and engage residents

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.
• Must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

The Good Samaritan Society in Howard Lake, MN, is seeking a PRN Activities Assistant to enhance residents' quality of life through group and one-on-one programs. The role requires flexibility, weekend availability, and the ability to coordinate with clinical staff.

Starting wage is $19.09 per hour, with potential extra weekend pay of $1.25/hour and a supportive team in a 32-bed facility. The successful candidate will follow the monthly activity calendar, maintain records, and engage residents