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Recreation Assistant - Veterans Services

Idaho Division of Human Resources

Lewiston, ID

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Assisted Living, Background Investigation, Bus Driving, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Compensation and Benefits, Documentation, Driver's License, Healthcare, Long-Term Care, Messaging Middleware, Nursing, Patient Care, Personal Care, Recreation, Testing, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Lewiston, ID
POSTED
13 days ago
State of Idaho OpportunityIdaho Division of Veterans Services - Caring for America's Heroes This position will remain open until filled; the posting will be taken down once a candidate is selected. The Idaho Division of Veterans Services (IDVS) is hiring a full-time Recreation Assistant at the Lewiston Facility. 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 our residents. To meet this goal, the position will work a varied schedule. 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 120 days of hire. Minimum Qualifications: Possession of Nursing Assistant Certification in Idaho and listed in good standing on the Idaho State Nurse Aide Registry. OR Completion of a state-approved nurse aide training or competency evaluation program (NATCEP) and eligible for placement on the State Nurse Aide Registry, which requires: Verification of competition of a state-approved NATCEP; AND Verification the skills competency test has been passed; AND Verification the written test has been scheduled for placement on the CNA Registry. Note: certification requirements are based on 42 C.F.R Subpart G: § 483.35 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 (https://ogi.idaho.gov/benefits-plans/) . + Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems PERSI Retirement (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/Members/base\_plan.cfm) . + Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start. + Paid parental leave. + Eleven paid holidays a year. + Multiple retirement plans, including an optional 401k & Deferred Compensation plan. + Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance (https://ogi.idaho.gov/life-disability/) . + Employee Assistance Program (https://ogi.idaho.gov/counseling/) . + Flexible Spending Accounts (https://ogi.idaho.gov/flexible-spending-accounts/) . + Wellness programs. + Robust ongoing training opportunities. + Benefits Summary (Download PDF reader) (https://ogi.idaho.gov/) . EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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