What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Aide position at Grand River Health?
BASIC FUNCTION: Works with Activities Director, other Activity Department members, and Volunteers to provide a stimulating, enriching environment by providing a variety of social, educational and recreational activities to meet the individual needs of the Care Center residents.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists with the planning and implementation of activities for residents.
- Assists in developing programs to encourage socialization, provide entertainment, relaxation and fulfillment; and improve daily living skills.
- Develops and conducts a variety of programs and activities for all levels of patient ability.
- This includes arts and crafts, reading groups, games, gardening, exercise programs, social programs, etc.
- Develops and maintains a good rapport with department members, other staff and volunteers involved with the care plan to cultivate a team effort in resident care.
- Interacts with residents, family members, staff, etc. under all conditions.
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required to perform the job successfully.
- Performs a variety of tasks other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have BLS Certification within three months of initial employment and maintain current status throughout GRHD employment.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistant license is preferred.
- Minimum of one year experience in a Long Term Care setting preferred.
SALARY INFORMATION:
- $16.88 - $18.50 Dependent on Experience
- 10% differential in addition to base rate salary
- Additional $2.00 - $4.00 an hour for additional weekend and night shifts
Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise
BENEFITS: We offer a wide range of best in class benefits. Compensation also includes a 10% PRN differential and may include shift differentials. In addition, Grand River Hospital District offers benefits including employee assistant programs.
Clinical Excellence. Patient & Community Satisfaction. Financial Health & Stewardship of Resources.
These are our three Keys to Excellence; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day
Grand River Health proudly serves residents of Western Colorado and beyond. We are a not-for-profit Special Tax District, formed by the citizens of Western Garfield County in 1961 to serve the area’s health care needs. Our main hospital campus is located in the picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.
OUR MISSION:
To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
OUR VISION:
To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.
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