What are the responsibilities and job description for the Memory Care Activity Assistant position at Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Are you passionate about helping older adults live their best lives? Do you have a creative and compassionate spirit? If so, we want you to join our team as a Memory Care Activity Assistant!
In this role, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, and coordinating a variety of therapeutic recreational activities for residents of our memory care unit. Your goal will be to provide residents with opportunities to engage in meaningful and stimulating activities that promote cognitive function, physical well-being, social interaction, and quality of life.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and implement a variety of individual and group activities for residents of the memory care unit.
- Adapt activities to meet the individual needs and abilities of residents.
- Encourage and promote resident participation in activities.
- Monitor and document resident participation and progress in activities.
- Assist with developing and implementing the activities program, including identifying new activities and resources and evaluating the program's effectiveness.
- Collaborate with other care team members to ensure the activities program integrates with other aspects of resident care.
- Maintain a safe and supportive environment for residents during activities.
- Keep records of activities and resident participation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of experience working with older adults, preferably in a memory care setting.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to adapt activities to meet the needs of residents with dementia.
- Patience, compassion, and empathy.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We are excited to hear from you!
We encourage you to apply if you are a compassionate and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding healthcare career.
Salary : $17 - $20