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Activities Assistant
Location:
Oxnard, CA
Description:
OBJECTIVE: Regency Palms Oxnard is an Employer that endeavors to provide an environment at its facilities wherein human dignity prevails. We operate in a family type environment, wherein compassion, respect, dedication and willingness to go beyond ones job description are an inherent quality of the Company. JOB SUMMARY: This is a dual role that includes primarily being the Activity Assistant but also stepping in as a Care Partner in the Memory Care Department as needed. You will be required to primarily keep residents engaged in activities whether one on one or in a group setting but also assist residents with daily living needs, which include but are not limited to the following: Ensure the activities in memory care are being executed according to the monthly and daily activity calendar laid out by the Activities Director. Create a pleasant and engaging atmosphere for visiting families and residents alike and answer any questions regarding resident activities Be willing and understanding to also step in to assist in the care of residents. To assist with light housekeeping in the Residents rooms, bathrooms as well as community common areas. Answer community business phones. Intervening in unsafe or inadequate care and reporting to Supervisor on-duty. Watching and reporting evidence of elder abuse, mistreatment, or neglect as outlined in Employee Handbook and Regulations. Demonstrating good practice of infectious control. Supporting Residents Rights by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of Residents. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: You will be assisting residents with duties including but not limited to grooming, care of clothing, selection of clothing, cleanliness of clothing, shaving, bathing, oral hygiene, shampooing of hair, minor assistance with eating, helping to bed, planning of daily activities. Housekeeping duties include the making of beds, cleaning of bed linens, and general upkeep of the residents private room and bathroom in addition to cleaning the facility common areas. This includes laundry duties, as assigned. You will be required to assist residents who have been incontinent of both bowel and bladder, including making sure they are clean and placing them in fresh clothing, as well as washing the soiled garments immediately, and cleaning the surrounding area(s). Be available to answer questions by family members or the public concerning the Residents that reside here. Specific questions concerning the community will be directed to the Executive Director. You will be required to keep records and chart on all residents who have been provided care. Provide safe transfers, positioning and turning of Residents using effective body mechanics. Intervening in situations involving unsafe or inadequate care and reporting immediately to the Wellness Director or supervisor on duty. Reporting any suspicion or evidence of elder abuse, mistreatment, or neglect as outlined in Employee Handbook and Regulations. Participates in mandatory on-going education and in-service training per Regulations. Observes and reports resident physical and emotional condition changes to the Wellness Director. Demonstrates good practice of infection control principles by understanding the infectious process and modes of disease transmission, and by using appropriate hand washing techniques. Demonstrates understanding and support of Residents Rights by: providing for Resident privacy, maintaining Resident confidentiality, promotes the Residents right to make personal choices to accommodate their needs, reinforces behavior consistent with Resident dignity, assists Residents to participate in activities. QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS: Candidate must be at least 18 years of age: Shall have a high school diploma or equivalent, Able to read, write, understand and communicate in English Possesses clear verbal and written communication skills. Positive and energetic attitude. Professional in appearance and conduct. Must be criminally cleared by DOJ and FBI via Live-Scan process prior to employment. Grandfathered employees are exempt from this requirement. Be in good health and physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks. Good physical health shall be verified by a health screening performed by a physician no more than (6) months prior to or (7) days following employment. Must test free from pulmonary tuberculosis at time of health screening. Grandfathered employees are exempt from this requirement. Must have current Adult First Aid card at time of employment and maintain throughout length of employment. The Care Partner understands that Regency Palms Oxnard operates as a Drug Free Workplace per Policies set forth in the Company Handbook. Must have dependable transportation and be able to work varying hours as needed, nights, holidays, and weekends. This job may require the employee to lift in excess of 25 pounds on occasion, which is a qualification for this position. It may also require the mandatory use of a gait belt and the wearing of a back brace for more difficult residents. You will be expected to report to work on time or give the Activities Director or Executive Director adequate notice if you are unable to show for work: at least four (4) hours notice. Participate in mandatory on-going education and in-service training. Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Company:
Regency Palms Oxnard
Posted:
March 26 on PrismHR Hiring
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Activities Assistant is a Clerical Assistant Job at Regency Palms Oxnard located in Oxnard CA. Find other listings like Activities Assistant by searching Oodle for Clerical Assistant Jobs.
Activities Assistant is a Clerical Assistant Job at Regency Palms Oxnard located in Oxnard CA. Find other listings like Activities Assistant by searching Oodle for Clerical Assistant Jobs.