Concordia Lutheran Ministries and Affiliates
Activities Assistant - Part-time
Concordia Lutheran Ministries and Affiliates, Baden, Pennsylvania, United States, 15005
Villa St. Joseph was founded in 1997 as a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph. After 20 years of service to Beaver and Allegheny counties, the location joined the Concordia family in April 2018 - becoming Concordia at Villa St. Joseph and continuing its faith-based mission of serving others. Situated amidst the beautiful backdrop of nature, those in our care enjoy tranquil surroundings, yet are just minutes from restaurants, shopping, parks and more.We strive to hire excellent people at Concordia - and keep them as well!
This is a daylight position with an occasional night/weekend 20 hours per week. $15.25/hr
Why work for us?
For over 140 years, Concordia Lutheran Ministries has been committed to providing the highest quality of care to the residents and patients that we serve every day. By working as an Activities Assistant at Concordia, you have the opportunity to carry out our company's mission and make a difference in someone's life.
Concordia offers an excellent benefits package, competitive wages, and an environment of growth for all of our employees. Come join our team today!
Position Summary
The Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting with the overall planning and implementation of a varied activity program designed to meet the social, physical, intellectual, recreational, and spiritual needs of residents.
Qualifications: Experience in a long-term care activity department preferred Background in music, art,drama, and dance therapy preferred High school diploma or equivalent Caring, compassion, and understanding for the elderly Activity certification or course completion preferred
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Plans, coordinates, communicates, and conducts individual and group activities determined by the resident, resident council, resident care plans, family suggestions, the Director of Activities and other team members.
Documents activity attendance, individual visits, level of participation and information required for validation determined by the facility and regulations.
Conducts an on-going assessment of the physical, intellectual, social and spiritual needs of the residents through observation and written assessments. Reports any changes in status to the Director of Activities and nursing department as needed.
Maintains flexible schedule; includes evenings, weekend days and holidays.
Transports residents to and from activities and events within and outside the facility.
Coordinates volunteers to support the activities program
Commits to high ethical standards and complies with the Code of Conduct, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards and Concordia policies and procedures. Maintains confidentiality of resident and employee records and information. Has a duty to report compliance concerns, significant legal risk questions, fraud, abuse, suspected or actual misconduct to a supervisor/manager or to the Corporate Compliance Officer.
Benefits:
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Workplace Wellness
403(b)/401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Life Insurance Policy
Direct Deposit, Pay Card, Paperless Pay Checks
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Good Working Conditions
Excellent Staffing Ratios
Credit Union
Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
Paid Holidays
Shift Premiums
Competitive Wages
Discounted Child Care Services on the Cabot Campus
Referral Program
Seniority/Appreciation Bonuses
Funeral Leave
Call-Out Incentive
Voluntary Benefits, including: STD, Supplemental Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Accident Insurance
On the job training
Employee Assistance Program
Education Seminars and In-services
Employee Activities (amusement parks, professional sporting events, special events)
Tax Sheltered Annuities
Free Parking
Discounted Meal Plans
EOE
Benefits and Wages may vary based on facility location.
Minimum hours worked per week/status may be required for certain benefit eligibility.
This is a daylight position with an occasional night/weekend 20 hours per week. $15.25/hr
Why work for us?
For over 140 years, Concordia Lutheran Ministries has been committed to providing the highest quality of care to the residents and patients that we serve every day. By working as an Activities Assistant at Concordia, you have the opportunity to carry out our company's mission and make a difference in someone's life.
Concordia offers an excellent benefits package, competitive wages, and an environment of growth for all of our employees. Come join our team today!
Position Summary
The Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting with the overall planning and implementation of a varied activity program designed to meet the social, physical, intellectual, recreational, and spiritual needs of residents.
Qualifications: Experience in a long-term care activity department preferred Background in music, art,drama, and dance therapy preferred High school diploma or equivalent Caring, compassion, and understanding for the elderly Activity certification or course completion preferred
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Plans, coordinates, communicates, and conducts individual and group activities determined by the resident, resident council, resident care plans, family suggestions, the Director of Activities and other team members.
Documents activity attendance, individual visits, level of participation and information required for validation determined by the facility and regulations.
Conducts an on-going assessment of the physical, intellectual, social and spiritual needs of the residents through observation and written assessments. Reports any changes in status to the Director of Activities and nursing department as needed.
Maintains flexible schedule; includes evenings, weekend days and holidays.
Transports residents to and from activities and events within and outside the facility.
Coordinates volunteers to support the activities program
Commits to high ethical standards and complies with the Code of Conduct, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards and Concordia policies and procedures. Maintains confidentiality of resident and employee records and information. Has a duty to report compliance concerns, significant legal risk questions, fraud, abuse, suspected or actual misconduct to a supervisor/manager or to the Corporate Compliance Officer.
Benefits:
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Workplace Wellness
403(b)/401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Life Insurance Policy
Direct Deposit, Pay Card, Paperless Pay Checks
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Good Working Conditions
Excellent Staffing Ratios
Credit Union
Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
Paid Holidays
Shift Premiums
Competitive Wages
Discounted Child Care Services on the Cabot Campus
Referral Program
Seniority/Appreciation Bonuses
Funeral Leave
Call-Out Incentive
Voluntary Benefits, including: STD, Supplemental Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Accident Insurance
On the job training
Employee Assistance Program
Education Seminars and In-services
Employee Activities (amusement parks, professional sporting events, special events)
Tax Sheltered Annuities
Free Parking
Discounted Meal Plans
EOE
Benefits and Wages may vary based on facility location.
Minimum hours worked per week/status may be required for certain benefit eligibility.