Laurens, South Carolina
Elite Home Care Day Centers & Transportation Laurens is seeking a passionate and caring individual to join our team as an Activity/Member Assistant. This individual will be responsible for assisting in and implementing activities for our elderly and young adult clients at our Laurens Day Center. This is a full-time, hourly position in the healthcare industry and will require working collaboratively with other team members to provide the best care possible. The Activity/Member Assistant will provide hands on ADL care for day center members in need of assistance, this includes but is not limited to, toileting, feeding and assistance with activities.
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with Activity Director to carry out engaging activities for members, including but not limited to: games, arts and crafts, music, health and educational programs
- Assist with behavior redirection as needed
- Responsible for setting up and cleaning activity areas, ensuring a safe and organized environment
- Provide personal care assistance to clients, including assistance with feeding, toileting, and dressing
- Document and report any changes in client behavior or health to the RN Administrator
- Actively engage and socialize with clients to promote mental and emotional well-being
- Maintain member confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA regulations
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience working with elderly and/or disabled population preferred
- Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license
- CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Clean background check and drug test
- Must be physically able to assist members with personal care tasks.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits after 30 days of employment
- Paid time off - Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
- No weekends, No Holidays!
- Friendly and inclusive work environment
EEOC statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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