Long-Term Care Pathway Intern — Resident Experience

Monarch Healthcare Management; Winsted (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UKG Wallet - get paid the next day!

Loan reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Career path to other positions within 

Job summary

Monarch Healthcare Management is seeking a Long-Term Care Pathway Intern to support facility departments while gaining exposure to non-clinical healthcare careers. The role includes assisting with dining services, therapeutic recreation, and other tasks that enhance resident experience.

The intern promotes dignity, safety, and quality of life and learns about day-to-day operations in a long-term care setting. Opportunities exist for growth within Monarch's network.

Qualifications

• Desire to work with older adults and individuals with illnesses or disabilities.
• Ability to follow directions and complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must qualify for employment under Minnesota Department of Human Services background study requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dining room setup, meal service, tray assembly, and tray delivery.
• Serve residents in a courteous, respectful, and professional manner.
• Present meal choices and alternatives as directed.
• Assist with dining room and kitchen cleanup.
• Assist with receiving and properly storing food and supply deliveries.
• Monitor and record food temperatures as assigned.
• Maintain resident dignity and promote resident choice during meal service.
• Assist with implementing daily activities and programs for residents.
• Encourage resident participation in group and individual activities.
• Adapt activities as directed to support resident participation.
• Assist with preparation and cleanup for activities and events.
• Transport residents to and from activities as needed.
• Support community outings and special events.
• Build positive relationships with residents and families.
• Assist with decorating the facility for holidays and special occasions.
• Provide one-to-one visits with residents as assigned.
• Assist volunteers during activities and events.
• Maintain accurate participation records and activity attendance documentation.
• Communicate with resident participation, concerns, and observations to appropriate staff.
• Maintain awareness of resident information and updates relevant to assigned duties.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Skills

Task management

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Empathy and professionalism

Active listening

English communication

Diversity sensitivity

Coachability

Education

Desire to work with older adults

Follow directions and tasks

Effective communication with residents

Ability to perform essential functions

DHS background check eligibility

Job description

Monarch Healthcare Management is seeking a Long-Term Care Pathway Intern to support facility departments while gaining exposure to non-clinical healthcare careers. The role includes assisting with dining services, therapeutic recreation, and other tasks that enhance resident experience.

The intern promotes dignity, safety, and quality of life and learns about day-to-day operations in a long-term care setting. Opportunities exist for growth within Monarch's network.