ActivitiesAide must enjoy working with, and understand the needs of, the elderly. They must have a positive and optimistic attitude that will encourage and uplift their spirits with each day's activities. Aide is required to conduct and encourage activities that challenge residents on three levels: 1.Spiritual 2.Physical 3. Mental Job Duties may include: - Aide is required to conduct morning exercises and physically and mentally challenging games for approximately 1 to 2 hours.
- Aide is required to provide afternoon activities for approximately 2 to 3 hours.
- Aide is required to assist in morning water distribution to all residents and the serving of beverages, snacks and lunchroom activities as per needs of a particular function.
- As guide and encourage residents in activities of daily Living, self help skills, recreation and therapies as directed.
- Maintain all health and safety regulations, OSHA guidelines, mandatory reporting, Incident and reportable disease reporting & exercise universal precautions and maintain clean work areas, including resident bedroom and bathrooms.
- Participate in ongoing training as required by facility and Department of Public Welfare Must keep CPR & First Aide and all other certifications current.
- Adhere to the policies and procedures of the facility.
- Cooperate with direction of supervisors and work as a team player
- Must provide care as assigned, complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
- Observes and report orally and in writing or in any other manner, individual behavior, attitude and physical condition, including changes.
- Must be able to identify safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action immediately and report all aspects to shift supervisor accurately. Perform CPR, Heimlich maneuver, emergency evaluations, other emergency health and safety
- Must attend all classes and/or meetings as assigned
- Demonstrate a positive and cooperative attitude and enthusiasm during all tasks.
- Assume accountability for compliance with Federal. State and Local regulations
- Must be well groomed, dress according to uniform code and free of infectious diseases at all time
- Escort individuals to and from various activities, clinics, and appointments and visits on and off the grounds
- Must be able to perform housekeeping, dietary and activities duties when needed.
- Must be able to understand the emergency signals, codes and procedures as outlined.
- Must adhere to attendance and standards of confidentiality.
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