Full time / 40 hrs. per week

Variable schedule to include weekends and holidays

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with Activity Coordinator in creating innovative programming for residents in Crown Center on a monthly basis

• Implements programs within Crown Center and Greenwood

• Complete daily documentation on all residents

• Complete assigned one to one visits

• Room set-ups, as necessary

• Distribute daily happenings to residents

• Daily and Monthly tasks, as assigned

• Performance of other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English Language

• Prefer one with high school diploma and some college experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION AND REGISTRATION:

• CPR Certification preferred

• First Aid Certification preferred

• State Tested Nursing Assistant Certification preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year Activity experience in Long Term Care or Assisted Living setting preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to provide adaptations for successful engagement for residents with physical and cognitive challenges

• Good communication skills, must be able to demonstrate effective reading, writing, and oral skills

• Must be a detailed oriented person and be able to perform duties with great accuracy

• Competent in the Microsoft office package and Internet

• Must be able to interface well with others in a positive and professional manner

• Ability to work in a group setting or individually

• Knowledge of disease processes and behaviors of the elderly

OTHER REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIC TO ASSIGNED AREA:

• Knowledge on proper body mechanics

• Knowledge of proper techniques for transferring residents

• Knowledge of proper techniques on securing wheelchairs in transportation vehicles

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES – Other:

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to walk long distances

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds

• Works on weekends, holidays as necessary

• Will work evenings as scheduled

CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Annually 4 hours CEU related to Dementia

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

Full understanding of:

• Residents’ Rights
• Departmental policies and procedures

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Non-Patient Care Staff (21-50 lbs.) – Physical Demands

Occasional – 1 to 33% of workday

Frequent – 34 – 66% of workday

Constant – 67 – 100% of workday

Not at all – 0% of workday

Occasional

Lift 0-50#, 6-36” from floor; lift 0-30#, 6-72” from floor; climbing stairs; climbing ladders, working from heights, crawling, kneeling, running, operating machines: (2 foot/feet).

Frequent

Unilateral horizontal reach 0-18”; unilateral vertical reach 36—72”; bilateral carry 100’, 50#; push/pull 100’, 19 ft. lbs.; lift 0-30#, 6-36” from floor; lift 0-50#, 36-48” from floor; operating machines: (2 hand(s)).

Constant

Sitting, standing, walking: 2.3 mph, 0 incline; bilateral fine motor manipulation; functional near, far, color vision aided or unaided; functional hearing aid or unaided; functional verbal communication skills; working overtime as assigned to meet operational/patient care demands.

Not at All

Hold 200# patient side lying while doing procedure x 2 min; roll 200# patient away/toward self; transfer 105# person chair-chair 5x/hr. with gait belt; bed-cart transfer with 200# person and assist of one with sheet; more 200# person up in bed with assist of one and sheet.

Category II Job Classification – Laurel Lake employees who have jobs with tasks that rarely involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues and have no contact with used sharps.

Job Hazard Risks:

Lifting

Infectious Disease Exposure

Hazard Materials Exposure (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical)

Workplace Violence Potential

This job description identifies the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not to be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills required of an incumbent.

BENEFITS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A LAUREL LAKE EMPLOYEE:

• Medical Insurance through Meritain (Co-pay Plan) — for all employees working 30 hrs. per week
• FSA (Flex Spending Account) — for all employees working 30 hrs. per week
• Dental coverage through Mutual of Omaha — for all employees working 30 hrs. per week
• Vision coverage through Mutual of Omaha for all employees working 30 hrs. per week
• Basic Life (1x annual salary) - for all employees working 30 hrs. per week Option to purchase supplemental Life Insurance for self/spouse/child
• Short Term Disability - for all employees working 20 hrs. per week after completion of six months of service
• 403(b) Retirement Program — potential match for employees up to 4%
• Section 125 Pre-Tax PTO (Paid Time Off) used for Vacation/Sick Time/Holiday
• Tuition Assistance ($1250/$1750/$2500) is the maximum amount that you are eligible for per year based on part time or full-time status)
• Free On-Site CEU Opportunities
• Shift Differential for 2nd/3rd shift Clinical positions (CNA/LPN/RN)
• Competitive Wage Scale
• Direct Deposit for Payroll
• Discounted Membership to Life Center Plus/Hudson
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• On-Site Health Club w/Pool
• Employee Wellness Program
• Smoke-Free Campus
• 24-Hour Campus Security
• Akron Metro Regional Transit Service
• Award Programs (i.e. Employee of the Month)
• Staff/Resident Activities & Social Events
• Employee Dining Room with Meals at Nominal Charge
• Free Parking
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Eligible for Christmas Bonus in December from the Residents