Activities Assistant - Hillsboro Long Term Care
Activities Assistant - Hillsboro Long Term Care
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Job Description
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastestgrowing notforprofit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
8 Hours Day Shifts (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Salary Range: $15.00 $22.50Union Position:
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This position provides the opportunity to help maintain/improve our residents quality of life with personalized activities including outings connecting with family and the community. A great place to share your creativity people skills and be a part of a forward moving department in quality care.Qualified candidate will have a current CNA license or attain one with in 4 months and have a clean driving record. The candidate will complete transport training for van handicap van and bus provided by the facility and pass the annual transport competency assessment.
Flexible daytime schedule depending on activities and transport schedule with rotating Saturdays and three rotating holidays a year.
Summary
Strives to improves the quality of life for the patients/residents by providing appropriate meaningful activities and interventions on a oneonone and/or group basis.Job Description
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 Sets (MDSs)/EPICs 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.
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 drivers license. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application please callor send an email to
Employment Type
Full-Time
