What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant/Memory Care position at Weatherly Inn?
Weatherly Inn is looking for an energetic, fun-loving and outgoing individual to fill a full-time Activity Assistant position in the beautiful Memory Care unit of our Assisted Living community. Must have an active CNA or HCA license and valid WA State Driver's License with a clean driving record. Candidates must be able to drive and willing to learn to drive a 16 passenger activities bus. Ideal applicants must be friendly and creative with a compassionate heart for caring for seniors, especially those with memory loss. Experience working with and around seniors is a plus!
JOB SKILLS (Abilities essential to the job.)
- Read, write, speak and understand English.
- Lift 50 pounds and carry 25 pounds.
- Push 250 pound resident in wheelchair or cart of same weight.
- Sit, stand, walk, squat, and bend at waist multiple times a shift.
- Perform repetitive arm/hand movement & reach above shoulder.
- Proficient at operating: extractor, vacuum, copier, computer.
- Proficient at multi-tasking, organization, communication, leadership. Proficient at arts, crafts and/or music preferred
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: GED or High School required.
- Certificates: Food Handlers (within 14 days of hire), CPR 1st Aid (within 30 days)
- Dementia & Mental Health Training (within 90 days)
- WA State CNA or HCA license
- Washington State Driver’s License and no moving violations for past 3 years.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Consistently follow and complete scheduled activities.
- Demonstrate high level of communication skills.
- Encourage resident participation while respecting their freedom of choice.
- Coordinate activities with Assisted Living as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- CNA or HCA (Required)
- WA State Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20
