POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for assisting and independent facilitation and execution of activity programming, as well as general resident care.

REPORTS TO: MEMORY CARE DIRECTOR

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with the residents’ activity program as directed by the Memory Care Director, including assigned programs such as but not limited to: (crafts, bingo, discussion, music group, etc.). May also assist with field trips, special events, and other administrative and general tasks. 
2. Provided encouragement, guided assistance and/or instructions to residents for daily scheduled programs and help with required documentation. Promote participation and resident satisfaction.
3. Assist Memory Care Director in creating new programs, bringing new ideas, themed decorating, etc., in accordance with the needs and request of the residents.
4. Support other departments as part of the team when needed.
5. Treat all residents with dignity and respect.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

1. Patience and comapssion is prioritized.
2. Expereince with persons with Alzheimer's and Dementia is preferred, but not required.
3. Must enjoy working with the elderly and all who associate with them. Must be able to interact with residents who are highly susceptible to common illness without exposing them to additional health risks.
4. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner and have the communication skills needed to interact with the residents.
5. Must maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times and continually strive to improve resident satisfaction.
6. Must have a valid driver’s license.
7. Ability to assist residents on and off the bus, van or car and may be required to move or arrange furniture for activities and/or climb, stoop, lift, bend, kneel, push and reach to carry out activities of a minimum of 50 pounds.
8. This position is subject to both inside and outside environment conditions. Activities occur inside and outside the facility.
9. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, incumbent will possess the mental abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently