Activities Assistant - PRN - M-F - Augusta

About the role

Careers With Purpose joins a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing over 100 years of housing and services to seniors in a Christian environment. Located at 301 Lorrain Dr, Bismarck, ND 58503, this role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Improves the quality of life for patients/residents through appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions.
• Administers the monthly activity calendar and elicits resident input for activity planning.
• Supports and ensures optimal functioning of patients/residents while maintaining dignity and identity.
• Assists with simple nursing procedures and transports patients/residents.
• Documents Minimum Data Set (MDS)/EPIC information accurately.
• Displays creativity and resourcefulness in planning and overseeing activities.
• Works autonomously, prioritizing responsibilities and utilizing resources effectively.
• Develops and motivates people, demonstrating leadership abilities.
• Manages behavior and issues with strong-willed patients/residents.
• Maintains critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience in social services or creative activities preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Knowledge of working with diverse resident demographics.
• Possession of a Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or enrollment in a healthcare-related program preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• May require additional certifications and training based on location.
• Must meet Sanford's driving policy requirements.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience in social services or creative activities preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics preferred.
• Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.
• Possession of a Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled in a healthcare-related program preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location.
• May require additional certifications and training based on location.
• Must meet Sanford's driving policy requirements.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership abilities.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with strong-willed patients/residents and/or behavioral issues.
• Resourcefulness and creativity.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work autonomously.
• Planning and overseeing the utilization of resources.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package. For more information, visit Total Rewards.

Pay

$15.00 - $22.50 per hour

Schedule

Variates based on department needs.