Manhattan, Kansas
Activities Assistant Job Opening in Manhattan, Kansas - POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for implementing individual and group activities based on the needs and interest of the resident(s).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Escorts residents to scheduled day, evening and weekend activities within the
Assists residents during
Attends and assists residents on ministry
Implements plan of care in relation to activities as appropriate to the level of
Documents and manages ?Activity Daily Sheets? for activity
Participates in the organizing and scheduling of community
Other duties as
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
N/A
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred
1-2 years? experience working with the elderly
Minimum of two years unencumbered driving record required, preferably with an older adult, physically challenged
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Required for LTC, Preferred for AL - Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state which
CPR Certification preferred for AL; required for LTC upon hire, or obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must have a current, unrestricted driver?s license in the state which
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must possess strong collaborative, interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking, verbal and written communication skills, and a desire to create a high-performance, effective team that can produce consistent, demonstrated
Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and ministry
Competencies needed for this position include strong interpersonal relationship skills, detail oriented, work in collaboration with others, demonstrate a high degree of integrity and personal commitment, possess strong analytical skills, be able to work independently and manage multiple deliverables at the same
Ability to function in a matrix environment and demonstrate a passion to succeed be self- motivated, dependable, committed, and a willingness to see a project through to its conclusion.
Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office is
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
50 LBS
Ability to access all areas of the ministry throughout the work
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently and 7 pounds
Required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 25
Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds above the
Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent standing, walking, pushing and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead, crouching and
Occasionally required to sit in a stationary
Tolerate standing and walking for up to 8 hours at a time on hard and soft
Frequently able to communicate verbally and in written
Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as voices and phone calls.
Frequently able to use all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily
Constantly required to detect unusual odors that could indicate environmental
WORKING CONDITIONS CATEGORY II
Position is Category II of Potential Exposure, which includes tasks that involve no exposure to
blood, body fluids, or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Category I tasks (expected exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues). OSHA Blood borne Pathogen Standard 1910.1030(c)(2)(i) more specifically defines Category II Potential Exposure as: Normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues but exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.
Use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be readily available to employees engaging in Category II tasks.
Work is generally performed in an indoor, well-lighted, well-ventilated, heated and air- conditioned environment.
Subject to frequent interruptions by staff, residents, visitors, and volunteers.
Subject occasionally to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, staff, and visitors.
BEHAVIORAL APTITUDE
Possess a personal presence characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of ASL.
Possesses a willingness to learn and apply Catholic Healthcare principles and values in the discernment and decision making process for all matters.
Creates and maintains a partnership between employees, the community, and those we serve that fosters an environment honoring individual preferences, choices and traditions.
Via Christi Villages / Ascension Senior Living is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location:
Manhattan, KS
Required education:
High school or equivalent
Required experience:
working with elderly: 1 year
Required licenses or certifications:
CNA
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