Activities Assistant ~ Senior Living Community

Job Summary

Aid in creating activity programs for residents across different living levels. Execute activities as directed by the Life Enrichment Coordinator. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.

Position Overview

• Organize and conduct activities tailored to residents' individual needs and service plans.
• 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.
• Prepare monthly reports on activity program progress.
• Invites and assists residents in attending activities.
• Participate in training sessions as needed.
• Recognize and report resident changes requiring nursing intervention.
• Maintain a professional appearance and confidentiality.
• Supervise volunteers as required.
• Assist residents on outings, including driving company vehicles.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate core values of 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.
• Tactful engagement with residents of various interests and abilities.
• Computer skills adaptable to new technologies.
• Enjoy working with senior adults, exercise judgment, display empathy, creativity, imagination, friendliness, resourcefulness, enthusiasm, and have a caring attitude.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Other Insurance (life, disability, accident, critical illness)
• 401(k) 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