Engagement Assistant - Overlook Masonic Health Center
Charlton, MA 01507
About the Job
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Engagement Assistant provides activities that include, but are not limited to, physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual / educational and social interests. It is also the responsibility of the Engagement Assistant to invite and encourage residents to participate in group activities offered in the facility.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- To follow the daily activity calendar events scheduled for the nursing facility.
- To provide friendly visits to all residents on the nursing floor units and invite
and / or encourage residents to participate.
- To provide alternatives to those residents not wishing to participate in the group activities, such as television, reading, listening to music, etc.
- Document all participation of residents who are involved in 1:1 programs, group programs, special events and / or social or outings.
- Facilitate groups with motivation and creativity so that residents are participating in functional and worthwhile programs.
- Prepare for the daily events / activities and bring all needed materials to the activity (i.e. scissors, glue, paper, etc.)
- Communicate with other Engagement Personnel and Engagement Director on the progression of projects, the succession and dislikes of programs, resident participation and / or interaction, and any or all other viable information (such as requests, feedback, behavior issues, etc.) that will occur while on duty
- Read and log information on residents and department issues in the Engagement Communication Book.
- Promote and participate in teamwork within the department and the facility.
- Initiate and share program ideas and suggestions with engagement personnel and Engagement Director.
- Arrive promptly to programs.
- Assist with feeding at meals.
- Transport residents to and from activity programs on and off the units.
- Assist with organizing special programs and events.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Engagement Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Educational Requirements and Experience:
- High School Diploma - required
- Some experience and understanding of the elderly population - preferred