Job Description Position Title: Engagement Assistant
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
REPORTS TO: Engagement Director
SUPERVISES: N/A
DEPARTMENT: Engagement
COMPANY: MHS/The Overlook - Charlton Campus
POSITION SUMMARY : The
Engagement Assistant provides activities that include, but are not limited to, physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual / educational and social interests. It is also the responsibility of the
Engagement Assistant to invite and encourage residents to participate in group activities offered in the facility.
Part-Time, hourly, 30 hours/week position in the Health Center.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- To follow the daily activity calendar events scheduled for the nursing facility.
- To provide friendly visits to all residents on the nursing floor units and invite
and / or encourage residents to participate.
- To provide alternatives to those residents not wishing to participate in the group activities, such as television, reading, listening to music, etc.
- Document all participation of residents who are involved in 1:1 programs, group programs, special events and / or social or outings.
- Facilitate groups with motivation and creativity so that residents are participating in functional and worthwhile programs.
- Prepare for the daily events / activities and bring all needed materials to the activity ( i.e. scissors, glue, paper, etc.)
- Communicate with other Engagement Personnel and Engagement Director on the progression of projects, the succession and dislikes of programs, resident participation and / or interaction, and any or all other viable information (such as requests, feedback, behavior issues, etc.) that will occur while on duty
- Read and log information on residents and department issues in the Engagement Communication Book.
- Promote and participate in teamwork within the department and the facility.
- Initiate and share program ideas and suggestions with engagement personnel and Engagement Director.
- Arrive promptly to programs.
- Assist with feeding at meals.
- Transport residents to and from activity programs on and off the units.
- Assist with organizing special programs and events.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the Engagement Director.
QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Educational Requirements and Experience: - High School Diploma - required
- Some experience and understanding of the elderly population - preferred
- Valid MA Drivers License - required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS : ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY
- Work primarily indoors in a climate controlled setting.
- Possible exposure to unpleasant odors
- Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual
- Possible exposure to infections, diseases and bloodborne pathogens
- Continuous exposure to residents who are ill, confused, irritable and irrational
- Subject to hostile and emotionally upset family members, personnel and visitors
- May work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
- Requires some driving, as needed and as scheduled for off campus program.
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW: The Overlook is a non-profit organization operating since 1911 and offering a full continuum of care and services for older adults in MA. The organization embraces its rich history and heritage, owning and managing 218 Independent Living Apartment Homes and Cottages, 28 Enhanced Care Private Suites, a 14- Suite Assisted Living Memory Care neighborhood, 27-unit Short-term Post-Acute Rehabilitation, 112-bed Long Term Care Skilled Nursing, as well as Home Health, Hospice, Palliative Care, Private Duty and Care Management divisions.
The Overlook and its 3 subsidiaries are based in Charlton, MA, with satellite home health and hospice offices across the state. The organization employs approximately 600 talented and compassionate Team Members and serves 1,500+ Residents/Patients.
The Overlook has a Vision to design a mixed-use Community beyond its singular function as a Retirement Community, a pedestrian-friendly, walkable "Village Center" environment, with select retailers, restaurants featuring fresh, locally sourced food, a brewery, a large banquet, and events center, enriching programs, health and wellness-focused on mind, body and spirit, and more. The Overlook's bucolic setting on 450 acres of beautiful New England countryside, 16 miles of nature trails, a dog park, and a wealth of amenities offer limitless possibilities in helping us reposition our Campus.
THE OVERLOOK WAY: All Team Members of The Overlook must embrace and commit to conducting themselves at all times in support of our 28 Guiding Principles, Culture of Excellence, and core values, which form the foundation of our unique culture. The Overlook strives to exceed expectations, inspire and "Do what's best for those we serve."
- Integrity: saying what you mean, meaning what you say (in action and words), even if it hurts you personally or professionally
- Respect for Individual Choice: empowering and supporting others in their Self-determination for health and well-being, as they define it
- Compassion: understanding and empathy for others
- Creativity/Innovation: thinking wildly, planning accordingly
- Grace: putting people at ease, without compromising performance or outcomes
JUST SOME OF OUR BENEFITS AND PERKS:
Solid Track Record of Promoting
Team Members from within
Plenty of Free Parking
Free Daily Lunch on
Campus
Vacation, Sick, Holiday Time + Floating Holidays
Travel Reimbursement
Professional Development
Flexible Spending and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Short + Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Access to Fitness Center, Pool, and Onsite Massages
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Overlook will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective Team Members and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The Overlook is strongly committed to diversity and a workplace environment that respects, appreciates, and values employee differences and similarities. By providing and supporting a work culture that fosters and builds upon diversity and its strengths, The Overlook will better serve our communities. The Overlook is an employment-at-will organization and an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, The Overlook prohibits retaliation against an applicant or employee because he or she has engaged in protected activity under the statutes prohibiting discrimination in the workplace.
COMMUNITY OVERVIEW: The Overlook is a non-profit organization operating since 1911 and offering a full continuum of care and services for older adults in MA. The organization embraces its rich history and heritage, owning and managing 218 Independent Living Apartment Homes and Cottages, 28 Enhanced Care Private Suites, a 14- Suite Assisted Living Memory Care neighborhood, 27-unit Short-term Post-Acute Rehabilitation, 112-bed Long Term Care Skilled Nursing, as well as Home Health, Hospice, Palliative Care, Private Duty and Care Management divisions.
The Overlook and its 3 subsidiaries are based in Charlton, MA, with satellite home health and hospice offices across the state. The organization employs approximately 600 talented and compassionate Team Members and serves 1,500+ Residents/Patients.
The Overlook has a Vision to design a mixed-use Community beyond its singular function as a Retirement Community, a pedestrian-friendly, walkable "Village Center" environment, with select retailers, restaurants featuring fresh, locally sourced food, a brewery, a large banquet, and events center, enriching programs, health and wellness-focused on mind, body and spirit, and more. The Overlook's bucolic setting on 450 acres of beautiful New England countryside, 16 miles of nature trails, a dog park, and a wealth of amenities offer limitless possibilities in helping us reposition our Campus.
THE OVERLOOK WAY: All Team Members of The Overlook must embrace and commit to conducting themselves at all times in support of our 28 Guiding Principles, Culture of Excellence, and core values . click apply for full job details