JOB DESCRIPTION

• Understands the concepts and benefits of Therapeutic programs and is able to identify the appropriate use of programming.
• Carries out resident programming/rehabilitation in groups or individually.
• Communicates changes in resident functional status as related to individual or group programming.
• Participates in the planning of group and individual programs.
• Set up and clean program area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs. Monitor the behavior and condition of residents during programs, and report any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Maintain program and resident records according to department policy. Communicate participation by residents to registered staff.
• Work cooperatively with other departments to meet resident needs.
• Knowledge and recent experience required in one to one and group program planning, implementation and for both cognitively and physically impaired individuals.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to plan, implement, evaluate new ideas and resident programs.
• Provide meal assistance to residents.
• Complete resident safety checks.
• Knowledge and/or experience in working with the geriatric population.

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