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Franciscan Shore is seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dependable Recreation Aide to join our assisted living community. The Recreation Aide plays an important role in creating meaningful opportunities for residents to remain engaged, connected, and active while supporting their physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Working in a

CBRF/RCAC

environment, the Recreation Aide will assist with planning, preparing, and facilitating a variety of recreational, social, cultural, and community activities that reflect the interests, abilities, and individual needs of our residents. This position offers the opportunity to build genuine relationships with residents and help create a welcoming community where each person feels valued, respected, and included. The ideal candidate is patient, creative, personable, and enjoys working with older adults. A willingness to participate in activities, encourage resident involvement, and bring warmth and positive energy to the community is essential. We promote the Franciscan Values that are integral to the Mission of the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, namely, building a caring community, showing compassion, peacemaking and reverencing all creation.

Requirements:

Education and/or

Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. 4 or more years of similar experience is preferred. Required to take the 3 required WI CBRF courses (Standard Precautions, First Aid & Choking and Fire Safety).

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

Able to plan and organize recreational and social activities skills Able to lead individual and group activities Must be reliable Effective communication skills Able to adapt activities for different abilities and interests Time management and prioritizing multiple tasks skills Documentation and record-keeping skills Basic computer and technology skills Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills Creative in developing meaningful activities Teamwork and collaboration with nursing, caregiving, dietary, and other staff Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries Ability to establish trust and rapport with residents Ability to show patience, empathy, compassion, and respect Ability to motivate residents without being forceful Ability to work effectively with residents experiencing dementia, confusion, anxiety, or behavioral changes Ability to remain calm and professional during challenging situations Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team Working knowledge of the following: Aging and the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs of older adults Dementia and Alzheimer's disease and appropriate activity approaches Person-centered care and resident choice Activities appropriate for individuals with physical or cognitive limitations Fall prevention and general activity safety Infection-control and facility safety procedures Resident rights, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality The importance of socialization, leisure, purpose, and meaningful engagement Basic emergency procedures and when to seek assistance from nursing or caregiving staff Requirements applicable to the facility's CBRF or RCAC setting

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assists the Activities Director with planning, preparing, and facilitating daily and special recreational activities such as

• Games
• Arts & Crafts
• Music and sing-alongs
• Exercise and movement programs
• Social gatherings
• Movies and entertainment
• Educational and life-enrichment programs.
• Outdoor activities and walks.
• Other activities 2.

Encourages residents to participate in activities while respecting individual preferences and the resident's right to decline. 3. Provides one-on-one and small-group activities for residents who may not participate in larger group programs. 4. Modifies activities as necessary to accommodate residents with physical, cognitive, sensory, or other limitations. 5. Assists residents with escorting to and from activities when appropriate and within the scope of the position. 6. Assists in the preparation of activity rooms, supplies, equipment, and materials before and after programs. 7. Maintains clean, organized, and safe activity areas. 8. Assists with decorating common areas and activity spaces. 9. Develops positive relationships with residents, and learns their individual interests, hobbies, preferences, and abilities. 10. Observes resident participation and provides feedback to the Activities Director regarding interests, needs, and changes in participation. 11. Communicates resident concerns, changes in condition, or significant behavioral changes to the appropriate nursing supervisor or another care team member. 12. Follows all facility policies and procedures, safety requirements and regulatory standards. 13. Maintains confidentiality of resident information in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies. 14. Performs other duties as assigned by the Activities Director. 15. Follows all safety policies and procedures.

DIRECT REPORTS

: None

BENEFITS

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan 6 Paid Holidays Health & Dental insurance 403(b) Retirement plan Voluntary Life Insurance plan Voluntary Short-term Disability plan Voluntary Critical Illness Plan Paid bereavement leave Paid jury duty leave Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Employee Referral Program About Us:

Our story begins in 1849 when a small group of lay third-order Franciscans emigrated from a small rural village of Ettenbeuren, Bavaria, at the request of Archbishop J. Martin Henni, the first archbishop of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It was his intention that they serve as missionaries to the growing number of German immigrants in the Milwaukee area. Responding to the invitation to become 'missionaries in the New World,' a small band of six women and five men left Ettenbeuren, Bavaria on March 13, 1849, to journey to North America. As Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, our mission finds its roots in our common search for a life of total dependence upon God, striving to live in obedience to Gospel Values. For Francis, this Gospel way of living was a power attracting him into intense union with God, a call drawing him into loving service to others out of compassion, and a mystery inviting him toward continual conversion. As Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, we have committed ourselves to deepening our response to God's call to transformation according to the Gospel. In living our mission, we strive to embrace the uniqueness of each member and our life in community together as an effective sign of love.

Learn more about us here:

Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi (lakeosfs.org) St. Francis Convent is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post-offer employment substance abuse testing.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person