Gallatin Rest Home Activity Aide

This position is located in the Gallatin Rest Home and is responsible for providing recreational activities to residents such as exercise, bingo, celebrations, crafts and games. The position reports to the Rest Home Activities Coordinator and does not supervise other personnel.

Each duty listed below makes up at least 20% of the job, and all other functions are included in Other Duties as Assigned.  All duties below are essential functions unless otherwise indicated.

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY IMPLEMENTATION

• Meets each day with Activity Coordinator to discuss day's activities.  Plans, sets up, and coordinates scheduled daily recreational activities for Rest Home residents.  Each Activity Aide coordinates multiple activities each day, and these may include but are not limited to: games, sensory stimulation, exercise, bingo, birthday and seasonal parties, crafts, and other activities to stimulate physical, emotional, social, and mental well-being of residents.

• Adjusts schedule and/or adapts activities as needed based on observation of resident interest and ability, special requests from residents or families, and unanticipated circumstances.

• May escort residents to and from activities, within the facility and out in the community based on the nature of planned activity or resident/family request.

• Conducts one-on-one visits with residents to provide companionship and social interaction.

• Continually observes residents for responses to activities, social needs, etc. and completes required charting for each resident indicating how often he/she attends an activity, level of engagement, response to activity, how long he/she attends an activity, etc.

• Consults with Activity Coordinator and other staff  to maintain awareness of changes in a resident's dietary restrictions, care needs, etc., and to recommend approaches specific to each resident for use in activity planning and implementation.

• Cleans and sanitizes all equipment, materials, and other items used in activity implementation, including cleaning the actual activity site (dusting, sweeping, etc.).

• Must be physically able to maneuver residents in wheelchairs.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor. This includes participating in special projects, occasionally filling in for other employees, participating in ongoing training, and a variety of other functions as needed.  If the County Commission proclaims a local emergency due to an actual or threatened disaster such as an earthquake, fire, riot, flood etc., County employees may be required to provide services during the emergency and for a subsequent period of assessment and recovery.  

This work requires knowledge of the physical, emotional, and mental needs, behaviors, and abilities of the elderly including but not limited to: activity planning, charting requirements, facility procedures, skill in leading group activities, and excellent communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Previous experience in a similar capacity is preferred but not required.

The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and some related work experience.About Gallatin County:

Located in a sweeping valley in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Gallatin County is the most populated and fastest growing county in scenic southwest Montana. The County Seat of Bozeman at large encompasses over 50,000 people, yet has a small town feel. Located in a breathtaking Rocky Mountain setting, it is close to world-class downhill skiing, blue ribbon trout streams, Yellowstone National Park and a multitude of other outdoor activities in the pristine nearby wilderness areas.

Gallatin County covers over 2,500 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks and open ranch lands. Nearly half of all the land in Gallatin County is under public ownership by the Gallatin National Forest, the State of Montana, Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service.

Gallatin County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Yellowstone National Park (our first National Park) to lush farmland, and a growing economy of high-tech industries. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, ranchers, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Gallatin County's boundless opportunities.

Some of the many benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees:

Excellent Medical Health Benefits - Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees.  The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees.   The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees.  The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $205.00 per pay period.

Medical deductible is $400 for an individual and $1,000 for a family. 

Paid Parental Leave (PPL)- In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Gallatin County provides 240 hours of PPL to eligible full-time employees.  The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Gallatin County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

To see all of our benefits, please click on the benefits tab.

LICENSE:   Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of Montana and be insurable under the county's liability policies.  As a condition of hire, pre-employment drug testing may be done.

NOTE: Must be willing to work in a smoke-free environment.

As a condition of hire, the final candidate will be required to successfully pass a criminal history check and background investigation.

To be considered for this position please be prepared to attach the following required documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume' 

• 3 Work References

Gallatin County does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.