RESIDENT ENGAGEMENT ASST, WILLOWBROOK
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3508 Washington Rd, Kenosha, WI 53144, USA Req #889Friday, December 6, 2024Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!RESIDENT ENGAGEMENT ASSISTANTWillowbrook Assisted LivingWillowbrook Assisted Living is a community-based residential facility (CBRF) owned and operated by KenoshaCounty. We are located at 3508 Washington Road in Kenosha, Wisconsin, adjacent to Brookside Care Center. We can serve up to 24 individuals with advanced age and/or dementia/Alzheimer's disease and those 55 years and older.Our mission is to maintain our residents' independence and individuality by providing care and assistance in a supervised setting that looks and feels like home. Our level of service is greater than basic room and board and less than skilled nursing care. We offer a complete line of services, which include help with medications, bathing, dressing, incontinence care, activities of daily living, social and leisure activities, and help with getting transportation to appointments and community activities. Our goal is for the resident to be healthy, happy, and as independent as possible for as long as possible with the assistance and care of our staff.This position works under the general direction of the Willowbrook Manager, responsible for enriching our residents' lives by helping create an environment that promotes a high quality of life through recreational programming.Kenosha County is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and is anEqual Opportunity Employer.2024 Hiring Range: $16.42 - $18.66 per hourWork SchedulePart time, 24 hours per week, generally during the timeframe of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, including some weekend days and occasional evening hoursPosition Summary and Job DutiesAssists with creating a calendar of planning, development, coordination, and implementation of a therapeutic activity program that meets the functional levels, needs, and interests of each residentCarries out specific programs including independent, recreational, religious, intellectual, and community-related projectsOperates a bus or van in transporting residents to and from various outingsMotivates residents to participate in activity programsCompletes appropriate records, in an accurate and timely manner, indicating resident attendance and participation in individual and group activitiesParticipates in in-service training programsCompletes new admission assessments for activitiesAssists with medication administration during outingsAssists with meals as neededDecorates facility for holidaysOrganizes and keeps storage room cleanPerforms other duties as required or assignedSuccess FactorsUnderstanding and awareness of the aging process and aging populationRespect for resident rights and confidentialityGood verbal and written communication skillsBasic computer skillsAbility to operate a large vehicle and transport residents to occasional outingsAbility to have patience and maintain a positive attitude in stressful situationsAbility to work independently, prioritize tasks, and organize work efficientlyAbility to make decisions and accept responsibility for the consequencesAbility to develop and maintain good working relationships with residents and staffAbility and willingness to act as a role model in conduct and appearanceAbility to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environmentJob Requirements, Education, Training and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED equivalentOne year of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five yearsEducation background in recreational therapy or a related human service field and experience with event planning or hosting events preferredPrevious work experience in activities preferredOr any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the job.Licenses or CertificationsValid driver's license and acceptable driving recordGreat benefits are available to full-time employees and are pro-rated for part-time employees.Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment, with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness programFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Time OffTwelve Paid HolidaysRetirement Plan: Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insuranceTuition ReimbursementPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 25 pounds of force frequently; walking, standing, squatting, crouching, bending, stooping, reaching, grasping, and pinching frequently and for sustained periodsMust be able to perform manual tasks frequently, including moving/lifting tables and chairs, transporting residents long distances in wheelchairs, and loading/securing wheelchair residents in facility busThe successful candidate for this position will be required to comply with the Center for Medicare & Medicaid regulations and Brookside Care Center's mandatory vaccination policy in healthcare facilities. Proof of vaccination will be required as a condition of employment unless an individual obtains an approved medical or religious exemption.Selection ProcessApplication Review - QualifyingOral Interview - QualifyingBackground Check - QualifyingPhysical Examination/Drug Screen - QualifyingIf you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, December 27, 2024.Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.The pay grade for this position is NE3 (Min. $16.42 - Max. $20.90 per hour).Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr