THERAPY ASSISTANT I - Bruce McCandless Veterans Community Living Center
State of Colorado, Denver, CO, United States
Position Summary
This position will help with general resident activities, the one-to-one program, sensory stimulation program and outings, and work in the Memory Care environment. It will help implement the Eden Alternative style of nursing home management as it applies to daily activities of residents and facilitate participation of all facility staff in culture change activities. Open only to current Colorado residents.
Primary Duties
Plans activities that expand and enhance the lifestyle of each resident in the five categories required by the State and Federal regulations: social/recreational, intellectual, physical, spiritual and creative.
Interview residents and family upon admission to determine personal preferences, activity interests and leisure requests.
Offer a variety of activity choices, maintain scheduled activities as planned, and facilitate spontaneous activities that meet social, physical, spiritual, creative and intellectual needs of all residents.
Prepare in advance of the scheduled event, set up necessary supplies, communicate to residents the activity is about to begin, assist residents to/from the activity, provide encouragement to residents throughout the activity, and maintain a positive atmosphere that enhances participation. Seeks guidance for difficult residents, supplies that are not readily available, and any other special needs. Provide activities of daily living (ADL) care during activities or as needed including but not limited to transferring residents, assistance with feeding, personal care, toileting, grooming, changing clothing, answering call‑lights, and other duties as needed.
Maintain daily documentation for the Activity Department through participation records, progress notes and behavior charting.
Maintain minutes of monthly Resident Council meetings and weekly community meetings. Maintain daily documentation for the activity department through resident records, progress notes, one-to-one sheets, participation records and behavior charting.
Conduct quarterly or upon significant change activity assessments of all existing residents on‑going. Develop appropriate activity plan of care and communicate with the resident, family and interdisciplinary team weekly during care plan meetings.
Drive various facility vehicles for scheduled outings such as luncheons, fishing trips, tours, etc., and provide back‑up transportation for medical purposes including hospital transfers or appointments.
Other duties as assigned.
Special Qualifications
Must provide proof of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) class completion and obtain a CNA license within 4 months of graduation.
Conditions of Employment
Full background check and reference check required.
This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment.
Motor Vehicle Check: if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle in an ongoing capacity while performing normal day-to-day duties or on occasion for training/meetings/client visits.
Must possess a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License or a non‑restricted U.S. Driver’s License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border.
Out-of-State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.
Other conditions of employment specific to Program.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must: (1) disclose this information on the application; (2) explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify them; (3) provide their former State employee number.
Benefits
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans.
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account.
Paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center.
Employee Wellness program.
Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more.
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
EEO Statement
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to increasing a Colorado for ALL of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a Colorado for ALL drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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This position will help with general resident activities, the one-to-one program, sensory stimulation program and outings, and work in the Memory Care environment. It will help implement the Eden Alternative style of nursing home management as it applies to daily activities of residents and facilitate participation of all facility staff in culture change activities. Open only to current Colorado residents.
Primary Duties
Plans activities that expand and enhance the lifestyle of each resident in the five categories required by the State and Federal regulations: social/recreational, intellectual, physical, spiritual and creative.
Interview residents and family upon admission to determine personal preferences, activity interests and leisure requests.
Offer a variety of activity choices, maintain scheduled activities as planned, and facilitate spontaneous activities that meet social, physical, spiritual, creative and intellectual needs of all residents.
Prepare in advance of the scheduled event, set up necessary supplies, communicate to residents the activity is about to begin, assist residents to/from the activity, provide encouragement to residents throughout the activity, and maintain a positive atmosphere that enhances participation. Seeks guidance for difficult residents, supplies that are not readily available, and any other special needs. Provide activities of daily living (ADL) care during activities or as needed including but not limited to transferring residents, assistance with feeding, personal care, toileting, grooming, changing clothing, answering call‑lights, and other duties as needed.
Maintain daily documentation for the Activity Department through participation records, progress notes and behavior charting.
Maintain minutes of monthly Resident Council meetings and weekly community meetings. Maintain daily documentation for the activity department through resident records, progress notes, one-to-one sheets, participation records and behavior charting.
Conduct quarterly or upon significant change activity assessments of all existing residents on‑going. Develop appropriate activity plan of care and communicate with the resident, family and interdisciplinary team weekly during care plan meetings.
Drive various facility vehicles for scheduled outings such as luncheons, fishing trips, tours, etc., and provide back‑up transportation for medical purposes including hospital transfers or appointments.
Other duties as assigned.
Special Qualifications
Must provide proof of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) class completion and obtain a CNA license within 4 months of graduation.
Conditions of Employment
Full background check and reference check required.
This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment.
Motor Vehicle Check: if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle in an ongoing capacity while performing normal day-to-day duties or on occasion for training/meetings/client visits.
Must possess a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License or a non‑restricted U.S. Driver’s License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border.
Out-of-State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.
Other conditions of employment specific to Program.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must: (1) disclose this information on the application; (2) explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify them; (3) provide their former State employee number.
Benefits
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans.
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account.
Paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center.
Employee Wellness program.
Excellent work‑life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more.
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
EEO Statement
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to increasing a Colorado for ALL of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a Colorado for ALL drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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