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Activity Aide

USA Jobs, New Richmond, Wisconsin, United States, 54017

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This position provides purposeful and meaningful activities to residents of the health care center; to interact with residents on a daily basis, providing social, cognitive, emotional and spiritual interactions and stimulation. This is an on-call position to fill in for 3 months and to remain on-call to help fill-in as needed. Work hours and schedule will vary based on operational needs; the role is expected to average 2-3 days per week, though hours are not guaranteed. Essential Functions

Assists in planning, implementing and directing the activity programs of this facility. Participates in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Participates in discharge planning, development and implementation of activity care plans and resident assessments. Interviews residents or family members to obtain activity information and goals for the residents. Arranges field trips and other community outings. Decorates facility units to assist with resident reality orientation. Attends and participates in outside and facility training programs that are appropriate to activity programming. Recommends equipment and supply needs for the Activity Department. Assists with developing a written plan of care for each resident that identifies the needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished. Reviews and revises care plans, MDS's and assessments as needed and at least quarterly. Ensures Department work areas are maintained in a clean, sanitary and safe manner. Provides reading materials, tapes and records in Braille, assists in providing library service for residents through cooperation with local library. Makes routine visits to residents that are unable to attend structured groups by visiting with them, writing letters, running errands, etc. Assists with documenting cost of activity groups and other activity expenditures. Assists in scheduling movies, planning parties and providing games/activities for residents. Encourages residents to participate in hobbies and crafts. Performs other duties as assigned. Other Experience And Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements Age 16 or older. Completed Personal Care Worker training preferred. Previous experience in a caregiver role preferred. Must successfully pass criminal and caregiver background check.