Therapeutic Activities Assistant

Cassia Community; Milaca (MN); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading community in Milaca is looking for Therapeutic Activities Assistants to bring joy and support to their residents. Responsibilities include assisting with activities, fostering a positive environment, and ensuring individualized attention. Join a mission-driven organization that values kindness, respect, and employee success with great benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Pay with experience-based raises

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match

Comprehensive Health Benefits for Full-Time Employees

Qualifications

• Prior experience implementing activity programs or equivalent education.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and positive attitude promoting activities.
• Creative aptitude in arts, crafts, and games.

Responsibilities

• Encourage, support, and assist residents with activities.
• Assist in implementing therapeutic recreation programs.
• Document activity attendance and degree of involvement.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Enthusiasm

Communication skills

Education

Experience with long-term-care residents or equivalent education

Job description

Milaca Elim Meadows is hiring Therapeutic Activities Assistants to join our team in Milaca, MN. As a Therapeutic Activities Assistant in Milaca, you will conduct fun and exciting activities with our residents and help them enjoy their day. We are looking for someone who is reliable, positive, energetic, compassionate and patient to join our team.

Position Type: Part-Time

Shifts Available: Mix of Day & Evening Shifts
Includes weekends and select weekdays

Wage Range: $16.88 /hour depending on experience

Location:730 2nd St SE, Milaca, MN 56353

Therapeutic Activities Assistant Responsibilities:

• Encourage, support, and assist residents with activities.
• Assist in implementing therapeutic recreation programs.
• Interact and assist residents on a one to one basis outside of structured program times.
• Document activity attendance and degree of involvement.
• Act as a positive representative at all times.
• Display an attitude of courtesy and respect for all residents, families, and staff.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Therapeutic Activities Assistant Qualifications:

• Prior experience implementing activity programs to long-term-care residents or equivalent education.
• Demonstrate good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities.
• Creative aptitude for training in arts, crafts, and games.
• Good communication skills, including ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.

Cassia Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees

About Us:
Come and join our family! Here atMilaca Elim Meadows, we have a culture of kindness and respect. We have 70 beds in long-term care and 12 beds in our rehab unit. We want all of our employees to succeed, and we support them in any way we can. We also like to have fun at work, so if you are looking for a job where you will be appreciated and valued, look no further!

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience.As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care.Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do.We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers.To learn more, visit our website:https://www.milacaelimmeadows.org/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.