What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Engagement Assistant position at Wesley?
The Resident Engagement Assistant will participate with other Resident Engagement assistants, Director of Resident Engagement, and Resident Engagement Coordinators in planning and facilitating a wide variety of large and small group activities which will increase the resident’s self-respect, promote physical, spiritual, cognitive, social and emotional health. The Resident Engagement Assistant will also provide 1 to 1 individual activities for those residents who generally do not benefit from group activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Independently plan and lead regularly scheduled daily group activities in Parkside, Cascade and Garden Court Units. Assist with resident transportation to and from group activities.
- Set-up and clean-up after each activity and ensure that activity areas are safe before, during, and after each activity.
- Document resident’s involvement in scheduled activities and 1:1 visits.
- Within five days of admit makes initial contact with the new residents.
- Deliver resident’s mail & newspapers daily.
- Other duties as assigned (Assist with a wide variety of scheduled out-of-facility activities, provide individual activities for room bound residents, responsible for monthly changes in bulletin boards, seasonal and activity decorations, keep the Director of Resident Engagement and Resident Engagement Coordinators informed of resident needs, problems and behavior changes, etc.)
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Education Background
- High School Diploma
Licensure, Registration, Certification
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification
- Current King County Food Handler Permit
- Valid Washington State Driver’s license.
Special Training/Skills
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to changes readily.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Must have reading, writing, and computer skills.
- Ability to use tack, diplomacy and to present a neat and professional appearance.
- Must have good communication skills and the ability to interact with the public effectively.
- Must have a high energy level, be outgoing and enthusiastic.
- Must be sensitive to the issues faced by the elder population and be genuinely interested in promoting their well-being.
- Flexible work hours (including weekends, evenings and holidays) will be required at times.
- Should be observant and able to detect changes in residents' condition quickly.
- Must be willing to attend classes and seminars to increase knowledge regarding new activity approaches & ideas and awareness of changes in the field of gerontology.
- Must be able to prioritize tasks and start and finish activities in a timely fashion.
Work Experience
- Previous experience working with large and small groups beneficial, experience in working with the elderly or in a nursing home setting preferred.
Physical Demands
- Should show evidence of good physical endurance and mental health, visual and aural acuity.
- Must have good physical mobility and will be required to assist residents during activities and outings, will be required to hook up wheelchairs in bus.
- Ability to climb ladders.
- Often requires high energy output over an extended period of time.
- Should be able to work under stress.
INFECTIOUS RISK CATEGORY
SOME RISK. Likely to have some occupational exposure with patient’s blood or other body fluids. May require protective equipment to be worn during some aspects of direct patient care.
SOME (COVID-19) RISK: Possible occupational exposure to residents or clients with COVID-19. May require personal protective equipment (PPE) to be worn during some aspects or seasons of job.