Long Term Care Pathway Intern

About the role

The Long-Term Care Pathway Intern provides support to facility departments while gaining exposure to non-clinical healthcare careers. Working under the direction of department leadership, the intern assists with resident dining services, therapeutic recreation programming, and other assigned tasks that enhance the resident experience. The intern promotes resident dignity, safety, engagement, and quality of life while learning about the day-to-day operations of a long-term care environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dining room setup, meal service, tray assembly, and tray delivery.
• Serve residents in a courteous, respectful, and professional manner.
• Present meal choices and alternatives as directed.
• Assist with dining room and kitchen cleanup.
• Assist with receiving and properly storing food and supply deliveries.
• Monitor and record food temperatures as assigned.
• Maintain resident dignity and promote resident choice during meal service.
• Assist with implementing daily activities and programs for residents.
• Encourage resident participation in group and individual activities.
• Adapt activities as directed to support resident participation.
• Assist 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.
• Assist with decorating the facility for holidays and special occasions.
• Provide one-to-one visits with residents as assigned.
• Assist volunteers during activities and events.
• 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.
• 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.