at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Post Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description State of Idaho OpportunityIdaho Division of Veterans Services

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The Idaho Division of Veterans Services ( IDVS ) is hiring for a temporary part-time Recreation Assistant at the Post Falls Veterans Home. This position is eligible for part-time State of Idaho benefits and the hours will vary from 24-40 hours per week. The ideal candidate will work to implement recreational activities and provide personal nursing care to residents in a long-term care facility. Recreation Assistants help create and implement a robust activity schedule to enrich the lives of the residents. To meet this goal, the position will work a varied schedule. In order to qualify for this position, you must obtain an Idaho Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA ) certificate within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities:

• Implements recreational activities and provides personal nursing care to residents in long-term care
• Informs nursing staff of daily observations regarding residents' irregular behavior; attends shift report; follows nursing treatment plans regarding lifting, transferring, feeding, and toileting
• Participates in developing individualized activity plans for Veterans Home residents and carries them out with the residents
• Monitors and records residents' participation, responses, and progress; completes monthly activity flow sheet for each resident assuring activity plan goals are being met
• Works with and guides volunteers assisting with group and one-to-one recreational activities
• Assists in preparing residents for outings, drives bus or van to transport residents to community events, and accompanies residents to monitor their safety and participation
• Lifts, positions, transports, and escorts patients and assists patients with walking and other body movements.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:

• Providing or assisting with recreational activities in a health care setting or facility
• Observing and recording changes in residents' behavior and documenting progress toward treatment goals
• Valid driver's license

MQ Specialties:

• Possession of a valid Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA ) certificate or obtain one within 6 months of hire.

Clearance:

The Idaho Division of Veterans Services requires applicants to pass a criminal history background investigation after a conditional offer of employment.

Benefits:

+ Excellent low-cost Health , Dental and Vision insurance (ht To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account