CNA-Life Enrichment Aide

divh2Job Purpose/h2pMUST HAVE CNA CERTIFICATION Responsible for the creation and maintenance of on-going therapeutic programs and activities to meet the diversified interests and therapeutic needs of assigned resident. The goal of all programming should be to enrich and improve residents quality of life and their overall functioning. All activities are to be conducted in accordance to state/federal regulations and facility requirements. All activities should be conducted in accordance with the organizations core values should be focused on the accomplishment of the organizations mission. This position will participate in the care plan process for assigned residents and document recreational therapy opportunities provided. This position will collaborate on campus-wide activity events with the Life Enrichment team./ph3Key Responsibilities/h3ulliProvides activities to assigned residents in a long-term care setting. Ensures that all activities are compliant with federal and state regulations and facility policies. Ensures that all activity programming meets the interests and needs of assigned residents and have a therapeutic outcome to both improve residents quality of life and their overall functioning./liliCoordinates all aspects of a therapeutic recreation program for assigned residents, including creating, scheduling, developing, implementing, and evaluating programs designed to meet their therapeutic needs./liliDetermines/Assesses the individual interests and needs of each assigned resident; evaluates; develops/delivers activities designed to meet identified interests and therapeutic needs. Creates and facilitates activities appropriate for different resident groups, different functional abilities, and different interests. Encourages residents to participate in a variety of activities and programs./liliEstimates time needed for activities and schedules accordingly./liliCoordinates, updates and maintains documentation and medical information for assigned residents, related to activity programming, calendars, individual charting, progress notes and nurses notes. Participates in interdisciplinary care plan conferences and plans therapeutic recreation activities for assigned residents based on the care plan. Maintains current charting and MDS as required./liliInteracts with residents on a daily basis to affirm their self-esteem and to alleviate feelings of loneliness and depression. Initiates interaction with residents as appropriate. Assists residents in adjusting to life in their new environment. Communicates with and notifies other staff members of any information related to activity programming or recognized changes in condition. Speaks with resident concerning their troubles and problems. Affirm residents identities and needs as individuals./liliTransports (or arranges for transportation) residents to/from activities and programming in which the residents wish to participate. Transports residents to off-campus activities in 15-passenger van or wheelchair van, as needed./liliAnticipates special days/holidays and plans ahead for special programs and/or thematic activities./liliArranges for special entertainment and diversions for residents. Coordinates dates and times for entertainers and programs. Facilitates the use of building and sound equipment for entertainers and programs./liliEstablishes a schedule of activities for assigned residents and publishes schedule according to facility procedures./liliArranges for and facilitates special activities for residents with special interests and/or needs./liliCollaborates with campus staff to better serve resident needs and improve quality of life./liliSupervises and trains assigned partners or volunteers./liliResponds to residents, staff and families in a courteous, professional demeanor./liliFurnishes ample opportunities for residents to participate in all programming offered, including activities provided by other departments (i.e. spiritual care)./liliAssists the volunteer coordinator in the recruitment and training of facility volunteers as needed. Originates new ideas for activities and present to staff and management./liliCommunicates volunteer needs to the volunteer coordinator. Appropriately supervises and fully utilizes assigned staff./liliMotivates and encourages volunteers to ensure continued service to the department and organization. Recognizes/praises volunteers for their contribution as appropriate./liliParticipates with the Life Enrichment team in campus-wide programs and special events./liliTranscribes admission information into records and responsible party mailing./liliOperates within assigned budget./li/ulpMINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Bachelors degree in therapeutic recreation or a related field required. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A minimum of one (1) years experience in an activities or recreation program ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications) National or state recreation certification and/or Certified Activities Professional designation strongly preferred. Certified nursing assistant preferred. Experience in an activities or recreation program within a long term care or assisted living facility./ppFamily Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference./ppWe are eager to connect with you! Apply Now to get started at PruittHealth!/ppAs an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status./p/div