Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION: Works with Activities Director, other Activity Department members, and Volunteers to provide a stimulating, enriching environment by providing a variety of social, educational and recreational activities to meet the individual needs of the Care Center residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Activities Aide assists with the planning and implementation of activities for residents.
• Assists in developing programs to encourage socialization, provide entertainment, relaxation and fulfillment; and improve daily living skills.
• Develops and conducts a variety of programs and activities for all levels of patient ability.
• This includes arts and crafts, reading groups, games, gardening, exercise programs, social programs, etc.
• Develops and maintains a good rapport with department members, other staff and volunteers involved with the care plan to cultivate a team effort in resident care.
• Interacts with residents, family members, staff, etc. under all conditions.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Works under general supervision.
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required to perform the job successfully.
• Performs a variety of tasks other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Certified Nursing Assistant license is preferred.
• Must have BLS Certification within three months of initial employment and maintain current status throughout GRHD employment.
• Minimum of one year experience in a Long Term Care setting preferred.
• Valid Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License and clean DMV record preferred.

SALARY INFORMATION :

$16.88 - $18.50 Dependent on Experience

APPLICATION WINDOW: Minimum of three days, and until it is filled

BENEFITS:

This position offers competitive pay, being part of a very cohesive & supportive team, and year round recreation with everything the outdoor enthusiast can imagine. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, with prescription drug cover`age
• Vision and dental insurance
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• PTO accrual from day one
• Extended illness benefits/time off
• 457 retirement plan with match
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability, employee assistant programs, AFLAC, identity theft protection and pet insurance.

Clinical Excellence. Patient & Community Satisfaction. Financial Health & Stewardship of Resources.

These are our three Keys to Excellence; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day

Grand River Health proudly serves residents of Western Colorado and beyond. We are a not-for-profit Special Tax District, formed by the citizens of Western Garfield County in 1961 to serve the area\xe2\x80\x99s health care needs. Our main hospital campus is located in the picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:

To be our communities\xe2\x80\x99 first choice in quality healthcare.

Grand River Health