Activities Assistant

Qualifications

Minimum of 1-year activities experience in independent retirement, assisted living, adult day services or long-term care facility serving a senior population.

Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record. Currently possess a Class C license, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Ability to use basic Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) computer programs.

Strong organizational skills

Good work ethic

Maintains confidentiality

Able to read, write, spell, do basic math, speak and understand English

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist Activity Coordinator with planning, promotion, and facilitating/leading each event or program.
• Assess resident’s recreational and social needs.
• Support development of monthly Activity Calendar of Events.
• Lead small, large and one on one activity programs with seniors.
• Research and recommend to Coordinator entertainment/educational speakers/church representatives, etc.
• Support coordination of transportation needs to outside events/programs in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Accompany residents on field trips as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with assigned volunteers and direct their assignments to support the resident programming.
• Maintain the STSW bus interior and exterior.
• Report maintenance needs in timely manner.