Life Enrichment Assistant / Bus Driver
Avamere · Rio Rancho, NM · 3 mo ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities
- Activity Planning & Implementation: Assist in developing and implementing a diverse range of activities, including games, exercise programs, arts and crafts, music sessions, and social events
- Create activity schedules and calendars, ensuring a variety of options to cater to different interests and abilities
- Prepare activity areas, gather necessary supplies, and ensure a safe and enjoyable environment
- Resident Engagement: Lead group activities and engage residents in one-on-one interactions
- Encourage participation in activities and provide support to residents who may need assistance
- Observe residents' responses to activities and report any changes in their needs or behavior to the appropriate personnel
- Documentation & Communication: Maintain records of resident participation in activities, including attendance and feedback
- Communicate with other staff members, volunteers, and families to coordinate activities and ensure resident needs are met
- Other Duties: Transport residents to and from activities as needed
- Assist with setup and cleanup of activity areas
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions
- Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Prefer experience in long-term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and or critical care clinical setting
- Experience in electronic medical records documentation
- Must hold an active and unencumbered Driver's License
- Experience with volunteer work and or activities work with the geriatric population
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Creative, flexible, patient and empathy working with the geriatric population
- Able to make responsible choices and decisions, and act in a resident's best interest
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
- Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services