Long Term Care Pathway Intern

Essential Responsibilities And Duties

• Culinary Services Responsibilities:
  • Aid with dining room setup, meal service, tray assembly, and tray delivery.
  • Serve residents courteously, respectfully, and professionally.
  • Present meal choices and alternatives as directed.
  • Aid with dining room and kitchen cleanup.
  • Aid with receiving and storing food and supply deliveries.
  • Maintain food temperatures as assigned.
  • Promote resident dignity and resident choice during meal service.
• Therapeutic Recreation Responsibilities:
  • Aid in implementing daily activities and programs for residents.
  • Encourage resident participation in group and individual activities.
  • Adapt activities as directed to support resident participation.
  • Aid with preparation and cleanup for activities and events.
  • Transport residents to and from activities as needed.
  • Support community outings and special events.
  • Build positive relationships with residents and families.
  • Aid with decorating the facility for holidays and special occasions.
  • Provide one-to-one visits with residents as assigned.
  • Aid volunteers during activities and events.

Documentation and Communication

• Maintain accurate participation records and activity attendance documentation.
• Communicate with resident participation, concerns, and observations to appropriate staff.
• Maintain awareness of resident information and updates relevant to assigned duties.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Resident Safety, Infection Control, and Equipment Use

• Follow infection prevention and always hand hygiene practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.
• Use equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and facility procedures.
• Report safety concerns, equipment issues, accidents, injuries, or incidents to a supervisor immediately.
• Follow established food handling, sanitation, and cleaning procedures.
• Use proper body mechanics and safe lifting techniques.
• Participate in emergency preparedness activities, drills, and facility safety procedures.

General Facility Expectations

• Promote a positive, respectful, and customer-focused environment.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.
• Demonstrate respect for resident rights and individual preferences.
• Attend required education, training, and in-service programs.
• Maintain knowledge of facility policies and procedures.
• Work cooperatively with residents, families, volunteers, and team members.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

About Monarch

Monarch Healthcare Management is a mission-driven company that is changing the way short-term rehabilitation and long-term care are delivered. Our employees embody our motto, Where CARE and CUSTOMER SERVICE Come Together, by always putting the needs of residents and families first across Monarch's network of 60+ skilled nursing and assisted living facilities in Minnesota. Partnering with higher research institutes and international tech companies, Monarch has been nationally recognized for its innovation in the care of our residents, making a meaningful impact on their quality of life and interactions. We value our employees and work hard to attract and retain the best talent by offering a positive and supportive work environment along with competitive pay, fun perks, career development opportunities, and great benefits. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.