Activities Assistant ~ Senior Living Community
MorningStar Senior Living · Billings, MT · 3 wk ago
Administrative$15–$17/hrFull-time
Job Summary
Aid in creating activity programs for residents across different living levels. Execute activities as directed by the Life Enrichment Coordinator. Fulfill assigned tasks in compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.
Position Overview
- Organize activities for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents.
- Balance recreational activities and facilitate group and individual interactions.
- Coordinate activities with other departments and communicate schedules to residents, families, and team members.
- Create and maintain vibrant person-centered monthly Life Enrichment calendars reflecting residents' interests and preferences.
- Prepare and organize activity supplies and equipment.
- Report resident changes requiring nursing intervention to the Wellness Director.
- Maintain a professional appearance and confidentiality.
- Supervise volunteers as needed.
- Drive company vehicles for residents on outings as required.
Qualifications
- Demonstrate core values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, Respect.
- Minimum high school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 6 months of experience preferred.
- Awareness of special needs and dimensions of wellness for older adults.
- Skills to engage residents with diverse interests and abilities.
- Initiate and lead activities, including crafts, games, discussions, and utilize resources.
- Adaptability to new technology.
- Enjoy working with senior adults, exercise judgment, display empathy, creativity, imagination, friendliness, resourcefulness, enthusiasm, and have a caring attitude.
- Clean driving record through the DMV.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Other Insurance (life, disability, accident, critical illness)
- 401k plan with matching
- HSA options
- Employee assistance programs
- Paid sick, vacation, and birthday leave
- Career development programs and advancement opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free shift meals
- Charitable and philanthropic opportunities