What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Aide ALF position at Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village?
Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village
(Greenwood Manor - Assisted Living)
Activites Aide / Ressident Assitant
Full Time
Lake Forest Senior Living at Hot Springs Village is seeking a dynamic and caring individual for a full time position within the Activities Department of their assisted living. This indavidual will occasionally be assiting in the role of a Resident Assistant. Experience is a plus. Individual must be willing to work every other weekend / holiday.
This position requires tact, sensitivity and professionalism due to constant interaction with residents and families.
Position duties include:
- Establish rapport with Alzheimer's/Dementia care residents and their families
- Develop approaches/interventions to meet the psychosocial needs of residents
- Collaborate with Activity Director to develop and run programming ideas for residents
- Demonstrate knowledge and experience with residents having dementia and appropriate therapeutic/behavioral interventions
- Must be able to work with a team
- Ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect
- Must have a positive attitude, enthusiasm, creativity, patience and energy
- Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to residents.
- Assist with meal preparation, serving, and feeding as needed.
- Monitor residents' health and report any changes to the nursing staff.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment for residents.
- Participate in recreational activities and encourage resident involvement.
- Document care and services provided to residents accurately and promptly.
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and other team members.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Previous experience in a caregiving role, preferably in an assisted living or long-term care facility.
- At least one year experience in pediatrics and/or geriatrics recreation
- Be able to facilitate group programs independently
- Positive attitude and energy
- Strong communication, interpersonal and written/reading skills
- Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Basic understanding of senior care practices and regulations is a plus.
