Activities Leader - Assisted Living / Memory Care
Company: Grand Lodge, Masonic Homes & Acacia Creek
Location: Union City
Posted on: August 7, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionConnected Living Program Guides (Activities
Leaders) assist residents with brain fitness/memory support
programs. The Masonic Home Connected Living program encompasses all
levels of living: Independent, Assisted, and Memory Support.
Program Guides ensure residents are engaged and participate in
purposeful programming that will enhance quality of life by
improving all dimensions of brain fitness: physical activity,
emotional balance, cognitive enhancement, nutritional health,
spirituality, and social engagement.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Work with Connected Living staff to create purposeful programs
that keep residents engaged
- Lead recreational programing for residents with memory loss
throughout the campus in Traditions, Pavilion, Compass Club
- Assist with cooking and wellness programs in the Connected
Cafe, leading groups in this area as needed.
- Implement an individualized recreation plan (created by
Connected Living team) that supports brain/body health
- Assist resident in accessing and participating in chosen
programs
- Schedule zoom / video visits for residents
- Communicate with rest of Connected Living team in regard to
resident attendance, functioning, etc.
- Review resident schedules and upcoming appointments (schedules
sent by Wellness Center, Beauty Salon, etc.)
- Log and monitor residents attendance and participation in
Connected Living groups
- Report all relevant data during team meetings
- Continue to grow and improve in understanding of brain fitness,
memory support, and dementia care
- Occasional assistance with resident ADL care such as assistance
with getting dressed, serving snacks, etc.
- Attend mandatory training and inservices
- Use applicable training ideas to enhance programming
- Work with any volunteers/inter/practicum students, etc that are
involved in Connected Living
- Other duties as assignedRequirementsSKILLS, ABILITIES AND
EXPERIENCE
- Demonstrated ability to lead a group and encourage others
- At least 6 months working/volunteering with seniors
required
- Prefer someone with experience working in a memory care
setting
- Familiarity with computers, tablets, mobile phones and other
forms of technology (software and hardware)
- Expert in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite
- Eagerness to learn and grow in the field of brain fitness and
memory support EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES/CERTIFICATESAny
combination of education and experience that would provide the
necessary knowledge and abilities listed, typically:High School
Graduate requiredSome College Experience in a healthcare or related
field - preferredOBRA & TITLE 22 REQUIREMENTSEnsures that
residents' rights to fair and equitable treatment,
self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil
rights, including the right to wage a complaint, are well
established and maintained at all times.Maintains confidentiality
of appropriate resident care information to assure their rights are
protected.Reports all incidents/accidents, unsafe and hazardous
conditions/equipment immediately. Follows established safety rules
and regulations. Maintains work area in a clean, orderly and safe
manner.Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Keywords: Grand Lodge, Masonic Homes & Acacia Creek, Union City , Activities Leader - Assisted Living / Memory Care, Other , Union City, California
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