Activities Specialist

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the fifth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About the Department

The Activities/Enrichment Team at Lakewood Care Center designs and organizes a variety of engaging events and programs to enhance residents' quality of life. They focus on promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being through activities such as arts and crafts, music therapy, exercise sessions, social events, games, and outings. Their goal is to create a stimulating, supportive environment where residents feel connected, active, and valued.

Mission for Position

The mission of an Activity Aide is to enhance residents' well-being by organizing and facilitating engaging activities that promote social, physical, and emotional health.

Duties & Responsibilities

Our primary focus with residents is to encourage social interaction, stimulate cognitive functions, and provide opportunities for creativity and enjoyment. Their goal is to create a supportive, compassionate environment where residents feel valued, connected, and empowered. This position will primarily focus on activities, but will also assist with transfers, personal care, and other support tasks as part of the daily activity programs.

Position Type

• Casual- Pick-up 1 shift per month.
• Wage range is based on experience and qualifications. Candidates with a valid CNA certification will be offered a higher wage within the range.

Qualifications

• At least grade school education, prefer high school diploma or GED.
• CPR certification

Ideal Candidate

• Ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to organize, coordinate and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers both verbally and in writing.
• Maintains therapeutic boundaries with patients.
• Experience in geriatrics desirable.
• Willing to fill in for other activity staff while they are on vacation or ill.
• Willing to work extra hours on special occasions.

Benefits

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset! Casual employees are entitled to optional benefits such as:

• 401(K)
• Employee pharmacy discount
• Reduced-price wellness benefit membership at The NEST
• Wellness Time Off

If you are interested in learning what benefits Lakewood Health System offers their eligible employees, please visit our Document Library on our website. With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team member's starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications, and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we're proud to provide!

Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?

>>>Contact Robert Laughery to discuss the possibilities further:

Robert Laughery, Activities Supervisor

P: 218-894-8341

E: robertlaughery@lakewoodhealthsystem.com

Disclaimer:

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