What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Program Assistant position at Cogir?
Resident Program Assistant Position Summary:
In collaboration with the Activity director, this person provides for an ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.
Benefits offered Example:
- Paid time off
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for full-time employees
- Retirement plan options 401k
- FT/PT and on call shifts available
- Paid HCA Training
- Free parking, meals, and a great team!
Responsibilities of the Resident Program Assistant:
- Help to provide a plan of activities appropriate to the needs of the residents.
- Lead or Assist with group, social, religious, indoor and outdoor activities, exercise, as well as assist with outings.
- Opportunity for resident involvement in planning and implementation of the activities program.
- Assist with creating activities such as arts, crafts, music, drama, educational programs.
- Promotion of facility/community interaction.
- Help to prepare a monthly calendar of activities written in large print and posted in a prominent location that is visible to residents and visitors.
- Encourage resident participation in activities and document outcomes when required.
- Review goals and progress notes.
- Assist with ordering or obtaining necessary equipment and supplies and provide for their accessibility through organized storage.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Evidence of effective problem resolution skills.
- Assist with projection of monthly expenses.
- Assist with the volunteer program.
- Ability to set and achieve goals.
- Ability to be organized and efficient.
- Ability to train and motivate others.
- Ability and willingness to act as a role model in conduct and appearance.
- May drive company cars to transport residents.
- Other tasks or duties as assigned by management/activity director. *
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or (GED);
One to three months experience and or combination of training or education, direct programming experience with older adults preferred.
Special Licenses and other Special Requirements:
- Current state specific driver’s license required.
About Cogir:
COGIR Management USA delivered the Happy Living brand by listening attentively to the needs of American seniors, their families, and our employees.
Every Happy Living community is a unique and dynamic place, shaped by the residents themselves and led by an empowered on-site executive team. We promote local leadership so decisions are made on-site, quickly, and in the best interests of the community. We are proud of our teams.
Successful candidates must be able to pass a background check, pre-employment TB and Physical if hired.