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　　Facility: GSS MN Waconia Westview Acres

　　Location: Waconia, MN

　　Address: 433 W 5th St, Waconia, MN 55387, USA

　　Shift: Day

　　Job Schedule: Part time

　　Weekly Hours: 24.00

　　Salary Range: $16.50 - $17.00

　　Department Details

　　Westview Acres of Waconia is a 110-unit Assisted Living & Senior Apartments facility located in Waconia, MN.

　　We have an opening available for a Part Time Activities Assistant

　　9AM-5PM Monday, Wednesday and Friday-Occasional evenings or weekends if for special event

　　-Must be willing to obtain DOT certificate to drive community bus

　　Direct access to your earnings daily

　　Flexible Scheduling Options Available

　　Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment

　　Generous Shift Differentials

　　Job Summary

　　Strives to improves the quality of life for the patients/residents by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis. Assists in creating the monthly activity calendar. Regularly elicits patients/residents input into activity planning and keeps activities well organized and upbeat, following all state required activities such as music, craft and spiritual activities. Partakes in activities appropriate for the patient/department and residents in order to support and ensure functioning at an optimal level while also maintaining dignity and identity. Assists with simple nursing procedures and transporting patients/residents to and from rooms. Displays creativity and resourcefulness. Demonstrates the ability to follow written and verbal instructions while working under close supervision. Exhibits excellent written and verbal communication skills.

　　Demonstrates leadership abilities to develop and motivate people. Possesses the ability to work with strong willed patients/residents and/or behavioral issues. Maintains strong critical thinking skills and problem solving skills. Prioritizes responsibilities while working autonomously. Plans and oversees the utilization of resources and designs of work processes.

　　Qualifications

　　High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

　　Experience in social services or creative activities are preferred. Experience in geriatrics preferred. Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics.

　　Preferred current Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled as a student in a healthcare related program preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) required based on location. Depending on location, all new employees will attend CPR training, and must be certified within six months of hire. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

　　Depending on location, this role classifies as a Sanford Category I or II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy

　　Benefits

　　The Good Samaritan Society offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

　　The Good Samaritan Society is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [email protected] .

　　The Good Samaritan Society has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

　　Req Number: R-0174567

　　Job Function: Sports Medicine and Wellness

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