Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our residents? As a Full Time Activities Assistant at Palolo Chinese Home, you will have the chance to bring joy and purpose to our senior community on a daily basis. Working alongside our dedicated team you will assist in planning and implementing a wide range of engaging activities and events. Imagine the satisfaction of seeing smiles on our residents' faces as they participate in meaningful activities that promote socialization, physical fitness, and cognitive stimulation.

You will have the opportunity to develop creative and innovative programs that cater to the unique interests and preferences of our residents. This position is located at our beautiful onsite facility in Honolulu, HI, offering you the chance to make a positive impact in a nurturing environment. Starting pay for this role is $16.00 per hour, providing a competitive compensation package for your valuable contributions. You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Nurse Aide Tuition Reimbursement program, Employee Referral Bonus, Public Student Loan Forgiveness, Discounted Employee Meals, and Free On-Site Parking. Join our team and be a part of our mission to enhance the lives of our senior community!

In 1896, a forward-thinking group of community leaders recognized the pressing need to support Chinese immigrant men left without recourse following the closure of plantations. This led to the establishment of Palolo Chinese Home. The same ethos of compassion and dedication to assisting others endures to this day. Rooted in the Chinese value of "filial piety," a profound sense of responsibility towards elderly family members. Palolo Chinese Home has upheld this cultural tradition for over a century, extending its services to the entire Hawaiian community. Today, Palolo Chinese Home stands as a preferred and premier provider of long-term care, catering to the diverse needs of men and women from all ethnic backgrounds in Hawaii's families.

As a Full Time Activities Assistant at Palolo Chinese Home, your role will be to actively engage our residents and participants in activities of interest, fostering a sense of joy, purpose, and socialization within our senior community. In addition to leading and assisting group activities, you will also provide personal care to participants, including assistance with eating, dressing, grooming, and transferring. This important aspect of your role will be conducted under the supervision of another CNA, nurse, or supervisor, ensuring the safety and well-being of our participants. By effectively carrying out these responsibilities, you will contribute to creating a nurturing and engaging environment for our residents, promoting their overall physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Join our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of our senior community at Palolo Chinese Home.

To be successful in the role of Full Time Activities Assistant at Palolo Chinese Home, you will need to possess a range of skills and qualifications. You should have some experience and/or knowledge of activities appropriate in a geriatric setting, as well as a basic understanding of and the ability to work with ill, aged, frail, and/or disabled residents. The ability to lead activities and work effectively with individual residents and groups is crucial.

You should demonstrate flexibility, patience, a cheerful disposition, tact, and enthusiasm when interacting with residents. Strong communication skills are essential, as you must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English to facilitate proper communication with others. Caring for the aged and disabled requires providing physical and emotional support, so empathy, compassion, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism are important.

You should also demonstrate autonomy, organization, assertiveness, flexibility, and cooperation in carrying out your job responsibilities. Requirements for this position include a high school diploma or equivalent, Nurse Aide certification from an accredited Nurse Aide Training Program, and current CPR and First Aid certification.

So, what do you think? If you feel this is the right job for you, go ahead and apply! We look forward to meeting you!