Qualifications and Education Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required, associate degree preferred
At least 20 years of age
CNA certification preferred
CPR and First Aid certification
Active (Serve Safe) State sanitary certification and minimum two hours of job-related continuing education per year
Valid California drivers license and ability to be insured
Meet required health screening, TB clearance, and Criminal Record Clearance
Speak, read and write fluent English with clarity and proficiency
Skills and Job Requirements:
Ability to work flexible hours required, including availability for weekends and holidays
Ability to supervise several residents at a time for group activities
Keen awareness and observation skills to identify reportable changes in residents and/or their environment
Converse with residents in a familiar and respectful manner that engages them in a meaningful way and exhibits patience and tact
Attend required in-service and other training as required for this position
Take responsibility and is accountable for his/her actions
Complete 8 hours of continuing education annually that is pertinent to job requirements
Job Functions:
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position, or in keeping with the individual’s skills and qualifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Organize, implement and direct scheduled activities of a recreational, physical, educational, social and spiritual nature for residents both in a group and for individuals
Ensure participation of all residents and that activities offered can be applied to various levels of functioning according to resident ability
Assist the RCFE Resident Life Coordinator in planning for residents to go off campus for off-campus events
Perform room visitations and one-on-one activities as required by schedule and/or observed resident need
Assist the RCFE Resident Life Coordinator with resident council meetings, as required
Assist the RCFE Resident Life Coordinator in interviewing of residents and creating plan of activities to be incorporated into overall resident care plans
Keep clear and concise documentation on logs and in resident charts of resident participation in activities as required by state regulations and facility policy.
Maintain activity spaces and storage areas in a clean, organized and hazard free manner according to state regulations
Be consistently punctual for set-up for resident activities. Transport residents to assigned locations for activity and encourage residents to participate
Monitor and supervise residents at all times during activities to ensure resident safety
Assist in meal service to residents at mealtimes
Assist and participate in hydration program
Transport/escort residents to doctor’s appointments, religious and social events
Adhere to professional dress code that reflects the mission of Santa Teresita with excellent grooming and appearance
Be knowledgeable and follow all safety procedures and regulations established in the employee handbook and other policies
Working Conditions
Spend extensive time outdoor when activities require it
Assignment to multiple levels of care will vary according to scheduling needs
Subject to hostile behavior from residents and families
Ambient temperatures that are higher than 74 F to preserve comfort of residents
Exposure to chemicals and body fluids
Extensive mobility throughout 12-acre campus and multiple buildings
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