Wellness and Life Enrich Asst at Caraday Healthcare

Round Rock, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Skills, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Physical Participation, Working With Disabled Individuals, Tact, Professionalism, Change of Condition Identification, Documentation, Activity Planning, Resident Assessment, MDS Section F Completion, Care Plan Creation, Resident Council Facilitation, Family Council Facilitation, Adherence To Ethics

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description JOB TITLE: WELLNESS AND LIFE ENRICHMENT ASSISTANT JOB CODE: 47 DEPARTMENT: SOCIAL SERVICES & ACTIVITIES FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT REPORTS TO: ADMINISTRATOR DATE OF LAST UPDATE: 03/09/2020 JOB SUMMARY: Assists the Activity Director in planning, coordinating and providing an ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interest, and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Advocate daily on behalf of all residents to ensure that their rights are maintained Report abuse, neglect or exploitation per state reporting guidelines Maintain professional boundaries with facility residents and maintain a positive and professional rapport with facility interdisciplinary team, volunteers, and community Consistently abide by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals Code of Ethics and strive to represent Caraday Healthcare by exhibiting professionalism and quality work Complete Activity Evaluations with newly admitted residents within 14 days Complete MDS Section F upon admission, upon change of condition and annually with all residents Utilize the information obtained from residents Activity Evaluations and MDS Section F responses to create individualized comprehensive activity care plans for each resident Document the resident's abilities and needs based on resident evaluation and record each resident's participation in activities (e.g. group activity involvement, self-initiated activities, one on one activities, etc.) Maintain quarterly documentation of each resident Assist facility residents in forming/scheduling and conducting Resident Council Meetings and assist resident's family members in forming/scheduling and conducting Family Council Meetings and utilize the Complaint/Grievance reports to follow up on issues presented at these meetings Use tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations Promote positive public relations with patients, residents, family members, and guests Use appropriate workplace behavior and adhere to dress code all times Understand and adhere to the guidelines of “Residents Rights” and assure resident safety Requirements ? Good interpersonal skills in working with all kinds of people on a daily basis ? Ability to understand, remember and carry out verbal and written instructions in English ? Ability to speak clearly and hear well enough to communicate effectively ? Ability to physically participate in and conduct the programs on the Activity Calendar ? Ability to work with physically disabled and chronically ill individuals of all ages ? Ability to remain tactful, pleasant and friendly when working with residents, guests, co workers and the community ? Ability to identify signs/symptoms of a change of condition in the residents such as fatigue, irritability, level of alertness ? Ability to complete resident evaluations, assessments and documentation in a timely manner ? Ability to work flexible hours PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The ability to safely perform movements such as pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, and reaching up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations WORK SCHEDULE: As assigned, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned WORK ENVIRONMENT: Clinical Caraday Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

This role assists the Activity Director in developing and providing activities that meet the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident based on comprehensive assessments. Essential functions include advocating for resident rights, maintaining professional boundaries, completing required documentation like Activity Evaluations and MDS Section F, and creating individualized activity care plans.