Activities Assistant (Program Services Assistant/Resident Programs Assistant)

Company: ProMedica Senior Care
Location: Lockbourne
Posted on: November 18, 2023

Job Description:

EOE Statement
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About
ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit health and well-being organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities in 28 states. The organization offers acute and ambulatory care, an insurance company with a dental plan, and post-acute and academic business lines. The organization has more than 45,000 employees, 11 hospitals, 2,100+ physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges, 1,000+ healthcare providers employed by ProMedica Physicians, a health plan, and senior care services.

ProMedica`s senior care division operates 330+ assisted living facilities, skilled nursing centers, memory care communities and hospice, palliative and home health care agencies. Services are provided in 26 states and the majority now operate under the ProMedica brand and Arden Courts. Over the next few months, the rest of our entities under the Heartland and ManorCare names will rebrand to ProMedica.

Driven by its Mission to improve your health and well-being, ProMedica has been nationally recognized for its advocacy programs and efforts to address and lead in social determinants of health, champion healthy aging and cultivate innovative solutions. For more information about ProMedica senior care services, please visit www.promedicaseniorcare.org.


ProMedica Senior Care, formerly HCR ManorCare, provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, assisted living, post-acute medical and rehabilitation care, hospice care, home health care and rehabilitation therapy.

The Activity Assistant will provide daily activity programs for residents and assist the Program Services Coordinator in providing a full range of program services. This position requires tact, sensitivity and professionalism due to constant interaction with residents and families to guarantee their satisfaction. Assist in and deliver program services.

In return for your expertise, you will enjoy excellent training, industry-leading benefits and unlimited opportunities to learn and grow. Be a part of the team leading the nation in healthcare.

4125 - The Vill. At Westerville Retirement Center, Westerville, Ohio
Education
High School Diploma or GED preferred.



Position Requirements
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with residents having dementia and appropriate therapeutic/behavioral interventions. Must be able to work as a part of a team. Must successfully complete the required Alzheimer's training.


Job Specific Details: The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreational, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual programs for the Assisted & Independent Living residents, in accordance with the resident's assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by your supervisors
Active Listening: Team members listen to each other's ideas
They are observed validating ideas through active listening and "piggy-backing" (or building) off each other's ideas
Communication: Team members communicate
They are observed interacting, discussing, and posing questions in an effort to fortify understanding and dispel miscommunication
Persuading: Team members use persuasion
Respecting: Team members respect the opinions of others
They are observed encouraging and supporting others' ideas and efforts
Helping: Team members help
Participating: Team members participate

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