Activities Assistant PT Evenings St. Vincent's
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Job Location:
Bismarck, ND - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13-09-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit 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:
Evening (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
12Salary Range: 15.00 - 22.50This position may qualify for a sign on bonus of $500Union Position:
NoDepartment Details
Come join our team of caring and compassionate staff at our Bismarck facility!Reasons to love this job:
Comprehensive benefits package and paid time off for qualifying positions
401k retirement savings
Additional employee perks
Daycare Partnerships within the community
Scholarships and Sponsorships to help with further learning and education
Night weekend and pick up shift differentials available!
Direct access to your earnings daily!
Summary
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.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 call 1- or send an email to
Key Skills
- Senior Care
- Nursing Home Experience
- Time Management
- Growing Experience
- Assisted Living
- Computer Skills
- Daycare
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commercial Driving
- Dementia Care
- Alzheimers Care
- Memory Care
About Company
Sanford Health is the largest medical facility in the Fargo, ND and Sioux Falls, SD regions, dedicated to the work of healing. We partner with communities to bring health and healing to the people who live and work across our region.
