Activities Assistant

Job description

The role of the Activity/Life Enrichment Assistant is to help organize, promote, implement and evaluate individualized life enrichment programming (one to one, small group and large group basis) to maximize clients' independence and consider the needs and interests of individual clients. Completes documentation including person centered care plans, progress notes and activity participation.

Responsibilities:

• Adheres to policies, operating procedures and Cornerstone’s values
• Execute monthly and weekly activity calendar that meets residents’ needs and expectations including providing one-on-one programming for residents who cannot participate in a group setting
• Provide guidance to staff on the impact of life enrichment regarding residents’ quality of life
• Reviews program to ensure that it meets all state, federal, company, and other regulations and guidelines
• Complete and maintain time and attendance forms and inventory lists.
• Document individuals' progress toward meeting their treatment goals.
• Assists Activity/Life Enrichment Coordinator with the planning and delivery of community events or activities at the residence
• Assist with the design physical layout and decorations for activities, displays, and other life enrichment products that meet standards
• Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Requirements:

• Must be punctual, with a good attendance record.
• Must be mature and emotionally stable using calm and kind tone of voice, remaining calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.
• Must promote clients’ independence, not dependence, by offering choices and fostering self-help skills
• Be of good moral and ethical character with a positive and energetic attitude.
• High School diploma/ GED or one to three months of related experience.

Abilities:

• Outstanding communication skills
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Aptitude in problem-solving
• Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, sitting and walk for long periods of time.
• Occasionally climb, stop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Occasionally lift/or move up to 50 pounds
• Able to transport residents in wheelchairs.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sherburn, MN 56171: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Eyota, MN 55934: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person