Life Enrichment Assistant

Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Day Center Director (DCD), plans and creatively implements daily activity programs such as exercise groups, weekly devotions, spelling bees, special event planning, educational programs, manicures, arts and crafts and trips.

• Contacts and visits nursing homes regarding Participants that have been placed. Assesses activity involvement and works with SNF to impact Participants in these settings.
• Responsible for Initial, Annual, and Semi-annual Life Enrichment assessments in accordance with the Outcome Based activity model.
• Responsible for attending all assigned team and care plan meetings.
• Assists in tracking participant’s activity attendance.
• Attends any appropriate in-service education programs offered in or out of the facility as requested by the DCD.
• Assists CNAs with set up and break down of mealtimes.
• Knowledge of special diets for participants and maintains appropriate food and snack selections.
• Required to travel throughout the state when necessary and requested by DCD.
• Identifies problems, establishes realistic and measurable goals, and sets up treatment plans for participants in the ADHC environment and in the home, setting.
• Provides documentation into progress notes for significant events related to activities both in the ADHC and in the home setting and reports to the day center nurse any visible changes to the participants.
• Demonstrates and appreciates programming for regular educational and cultural programs, including exercise, arts and crafts, music appreciation and spirituality, etc.
• Carries out Individual and group activities tailored to the needs and limitations of participants both in the ADHC and in the home setting.
• Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of employees, participants, and agency information.
• Assists in the orientation of new participants to the program and ensures inclusion into the day center if applicable.
• Stays current in terms of cultural competencies that impact the care provided to participants.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of clear, thorough documentation as crucial to good participant care; completes and enters accurate, thorough participant documentation in the electronic health record; enters documentation for assessments, orders, and notes within required time frames.
• All other duties as assigned by DCD.

Required Skills & Abilities:
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Dependable and punctual with ability to maintain consistent attendance
Ability to read, write and comprehend English
Ability to maintain sound judgement under stress and communicate effectively
Ability to proficiently perform clinical/skilled tasks associated within scope of position
Proficiency with MS Office Suite or similar software

Education Requirement:
High School Diploma or Equivalent, Required

Physical Requirements:
Physical ability to regularly stoop, bend, kneel, lift, stand, walk, stretch and reach for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds and at times up to 20 pounds.
Must have hearing and vision abilities within normal range (corrected) to drive safely and/or to observe and communicate with participants.
Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization's physical premises as well as related community care settings.
Must be able to tolerate conditions typically associated within a medical office and/or home care setting including potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases.

Experience:
1 Year of Relevant Work Experience, Required
1 Year of Experience working with a frail or elderly population, Preferred

License & Certification Requirements:
None

Position Requirements:
Driver's License & access to reliable transportation

About the PACE Organization of Rhode Island:
With a mission to blend and deliver medical and social care for older adults with significant health needs who want to continue living at home, the PACE Organization of Rhode Island provides Community-Based Health Care and Support Services in order to ensure the needs of our participants are fully met through a plan of care that is specific to each and every person.

PACE-RI is dedicated to the values of equal employment opportunity and strives to develop and cultivate a diverse and knowledgeable workforce dedicated to its mission. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their qualifications and ability to perform the job successfully.

Benefits:
This position is eligible for paid time off accruals, paid holidays and participation in the organization’s 403b plan.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Activity Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
• working with frail elders: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person