Per-Diem position

Are you interested in a career that will make a positiveimpact and enrich the lives of seniors?
We are looking for a creative, energetic Activities Assistant to join ourdynamic team of professionals!

Training will be provided for entry level employees.
This position is responsible for the facilitation of the highest qualityprograms for the Residents of Carleton-Willard Nursing and Rehab.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• As part of an interdisciplinary team, conduct, organize and facilitate daily social, physical, mental and educational activities for Residents.
• Assist in development of a plan of care based on each Resident assessment with measurable goals and appropriate intervention or approach.
• Conduct one-on-ones, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule.
• Accurately document Resident attendance to groups or one-to-one programming.
• Evaluate the overall effectiveness of activities for which the assistant is responsible and modify the activity to meet the Resident’s needs and interests.
• Encourage socialization, provide stimulation, entertainment and enrichment.
• Transport Residents to and from activities and regularly request the assistance from nursing that is needed.
• Implement the Virtual Visits Program

Qualifications:

• Experience in a social or recreation programs in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with Alzheimer’s Residents preferred.

Carleton-Willard Village is committed to providing equalopportunity for employment and advancement to all team members and potentialteam members. Carleton-Willard Village does not discriminate in employment onthe basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnicorigin, sex (including pregnancy), age physical, mental or sensory disability,HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/ or expression, marital,civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service,family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, orany other status protected by the laws or regulations.