Activity Assistant

OverviewEbenezer-Lake City Care Center TCU LTC offers a robust benefits package and wages ranging from $16.04 - 17.89 / hour.We are seeking an Activity Assistant to support our adult residents in our Skilled Nursing Facility in Lake City, MN! This role assists with implementation of quality leisure/social events program designed to assist residents in maintaining their personal potential both physically, socially, and mentally. This position will also drvie company van/bus for resident outings.This patient support schedule includes;

Casual / on call

Day shift

Must pick up three shifts a month; one being a weekend shift

Full Benefits package (paid time off, medical, dental, matching retirement monies, college education scholarships, wellness reimbursement program) https://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits

Reimbursement of previous costs to take a CNA course /state NA exams, if this is your first time requesting reimbursement

Lake City Care Center is nestled near the picturesque Lake Pepin in southeast Minnesota. As part of the esteemed Mayo Clinic Health System and managed by Ebenezer, Minnesota’s leading senior living operator with a century-long commitment to exceptional service. Our skilled nursing facility can provide care for up to 90 residents across our Transitional Care and Long-term care units, supported by a dedicated team committed to Ebenezer’s mission of fostering longer, healthier, and more meaningful lives through healing, discovery, and education. Join our experienced healthcare professionals and help us expand our TCU unit.2023 Deficiency Free MN MDH Annually SurveyCMS 3-star facility with a 4-star rating for staffing excellence and 4 star quality ratingEbenezer is proud to be voted 2024 Star Tribune Top Work Place , and has received this honor fifteen years in a row. We're an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your strengths and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others.Lake City Care Center Careers (ebenezercares.org) (https://www.ebenezercares.org/lake-city-care-center-careers)Responsibilities/Job Description

Assists with leisure programs and activities

Leads social events and activity programs

Communicates and coordinates activity/leisure programs with all departments

Gathers and transports residents for programs and activities

Assists other departments with special events and family functions

Documents as required

Offers suggestions and ideas to improve the events program to the Director of Active Living

Assists in meeting the psychosocial needs of the residents

Encourages residents participation

Reports change in resident attitude, mood or physical status to appropriate staff

Promotes residents independence by offering choices and fostering self-help skills

Assists residents in developing relationships and effectively socializing

Assists with virtual visits upon recommendations of Active Living Coordinators and Active Living Director

Assists in implementing pet visits based on recommendations of Active Living Coordinators and Active Living Director

Assists Active Living Coordinators in maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations regarding medical record documentation and participation

Assists in completing MDS, Assessments, Care Plans, and Progress notes for Active Living

Completes and updates participation records

Gather information from other team members as it relates to residents' needs

Drives company van/bus for resident outings

Reviews and completes Vehicle Requirements - Transporting Residents Checklist prior to each resident outing

Maintains a log of transportation services and tasks performed throughout the driving period

Responsible for the safety and welfare of passengers

Practices sound, safe judgement when performing transportation services including but not limited to: fire/disaster procedures and infection control procedures

Recognizes and acts appropriately on safety hazards and incidents

Follows all laws regarding operating a motor vehicle

Immediately reports any traffic violations or accidents

Other duties as assigned and directed

Responds to resident and building emergencies per building policies and procedures

Adheres to applicable rules and regulations

Takes photos of new admits

Assists with transportation of residents to and from dining areas

Performs environmental and other responsibilities as assigned (order and cleanliness)

QualificationsRequired:

0-1 years of experience

Current Driver's License (in good standing)

Working knowledge of basic Microsoft applications

Preferred:

Associate Degree - Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy or related field

1-3 years of experience

Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you!As part of Fairview Health Services, Ebenezer is driven to heal, discover and educate for longer, healthier and meaningful lives for seniors. Ebenezer’s almost 4,000 employees work as a team to provide the highest quality care to those we serve. Our employees don’t work simply to collect a paycheck; they truly work to make a difference in the lives of older adults in their communities. A culture of caring for others is grounded in our values of Dignity, Integrity, Service, Compassion and Innovation.We are located in Minnesota, Florida, Iowa, Nebraska and Wisconsin hosting a variety of community settings such as; Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory, Transitional and Long term Care. Additionally we offer Adult and Intergenerational Day programs, Community-based services, Management and Consulting Services and The Ebenezer Foundation. Because of our size, variety of community settings, and our partnership with Fairview Health Services https://www.fairview.org we can offer opportunities for career growth and reinvention.If you share our commitment to quality care for older adults, there’s a place for you at Ebenezer!EEO/AA Employer/Vet/DisabledAll qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.Job Locations US-MN-Lake CityRequisition ID 2024-137665Requisition Post Information : Posted Date 10 hours ago (9/25/2024 2:33 PM)Requisition Post Information : Posted Date Support & Facility ServicesCommunity Lake City Care CenterShift dayHours per 2 weeks casualDepartment Life Enrichment