Good Samaritan · 3 hours ago
Activities Assistant - PT - Miller - Days
Miller, SD
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$14.50/hr - $22.50/hrGood Samaritan is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing quality care and services to seniors. They are seeking an Activities Assistant to improve the quality of life for patients/residents through meaningful activities and interventions, while also assisting with nursing procedures and documentation.
Health CareNon ProfitRehabilitation
Responsibilities
Strives to improve the quality of life for the patients/residents by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis
Administers the monthly activity calendar
Regularly elicits patients/residents input into activity planning and keeps activities well organized and upbeat, following all state required activities such as music, craft and spiritual activities
Partakes in activities appropriate for the patient/department and residents in order to support and ensure functioning at an optimal level while also maintaining dignity and identity
Assists with simple nursing procedures and transporting patients/residents to and from rooms
Assists with Minimum Data Set's (MDS's)/EPIC's documentation
Displays creativity and resourcefulness
Demonstrates the ability to follow written and verbal instructions while working under close supervision
Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrates leadership abilities to develop and motivate people
Possesses the ability to work with strong willed patients/residents and/or behavioral issues
Maintains strong critical thinking skills and problem solving skills
Prioritizes responsibilities while working autonomously
Plans and oversees the utilization of resources and designs of work processes
Qualification
Required
High school graduate or equivalent
Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location
Depending on location, all new employees will attend CPR training, and must be certified within six months of hire
Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications
Depending on location, this role classifies as a Sanford Category I or II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver's license
Must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy
Preferred
Experience in social services or creative activities
Experience in geriatrics
Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics
Current Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled as a student in a healthcare related program
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package and paid time off for qualifying positions
401k retirement savings
Additional employee perks
Scholarships and Sponsorships to help with further learning and education
Night, weekend, and pick up shift differentials available!
Direct access to your earnings daily!
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
A 401(k) retirement plan
Work/life balance benefits
A generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance
Company
Good Samaritan
Good Samaritan, part of Sanford Health, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services.
Founded in 1922
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nate Schema
President and CEO
Tom Syverson
EVP/COO
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