# Activities Assistant *Free Health Insurance* — Maniilaq Association · Alaska Jobs [← The Board](https://alaskajobs.org/) · [Nonprofit jobs](https://alaskajobs.org/jobs/nonprofit) # Activities Assistant *Free Health Insurance* Maniilaq Association - **Location** — Kotzebue, AK - **Timing** — Year-round - **Source** — Alaska Native Hire (synced) Sign In Sign Up Sign Up Log In Post a Job Find Jobs Register Now Contact Alaska's People Digital Badging Resources FAQ Employers: Find Talent Post a Job Search Jobs Register Now Return to job listings Activities Assistant *Free Health Insurance* Maniilaq Association Title: Activities Assistant Pay Grade: 26 Program: Long Term Care Status: Non-Exempt Housing Priority: None BCP: Yes POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for assisting Social Worker/Activities Director in developing the Long Term Care activity program planning and executing activities for the elderly, including outings in the community, art and music programs in the facility, and for any special events. Duties can include purchasing the items needed for activities, setting up rooms for activities and events, overseeing the residents to ensure the residents are safe and following the rules and instructions, training other activities works and promoting the center’s offerings. Tends to the residents needs as allowed and follows the residents care plan in implementing activities suitable for each resident. Assists the Social Worker/Activities Director as directed. Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, resident’s families, visitors and staff. Reports to Social Worker/Activities Director or designee. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for appropriate documentation of participation and assists in care planning. Assist with activities per the residents’ care plan. Leads or assists in the monthly resident council meeting and acts as a liaison to the Long Term Care Administrator for issues that arise. Maintains confidentiality concerning patient care information and records at all times. Provides written reports of activities to the Regional Elders Council as directed. Assists in preparing the quarterly report to the Maniilaq Board of Directors. Assists the elders to shopping and attending events outside of Long Term Care. Serves on the Monthly elder pot luck in Long Term Care MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid AK driver’s license. Must pass an on-line activities designee certification within 12 months after hire. Must have computer knowledge and experience in elder services preferred. Familiar with the Northwest Region, people and culture. Knowledge of cultural and social conditions within the geographic area in which services are provided is preferred. DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of people in this job, and the employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. To essential duties and meet the physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet these conditions. Join a compassionate and adventurous team that delivers tribal, health and social services to Kotzebue and its 11 surrounding villages above the Arctic Circle! PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT: www.maniilaq.org/careers COMPENSATION: Increases depending on experience, education and as determined by the hiring manager. BENEFITS INCLUDE: Relocation, free medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability and retirement for employee, 30 days accrued leave in first year, 11 paid holidays, leave cash out option, no State Income Tax, Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend, employee gym and saunas, close knit community, 5 minute commute/walk to work, endless year-round outdoor activities and ways to enjoy the beauty of Alaska, and more! We hope to hear from you soon! Kotzebue, AK 29 day(s) ago Tribal Affiliation(s) Any Affiliation Apply Now About us: Alaska Native Hire is an easy-to-use online forum that brings together job seekers and employers. The site allows individuals to create a profile highlighting their experience, skills, education and employement history. Employers then have the ability to search the database for the specific skills to fill vacant positions. For job seekers, this is the website where the jobs find you. 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