Assisted Living Activity Assistant

About the position

Under general supervision, the Activity Assistant's primary objective is to lead planned activity programs and assist in achieving resident engagement that fulfills wellness dimensions of sensory, social, emotional, physical enrichment and spiritual sustenance. Duties and assignments may be adjusted at the discretion of the manager and/or designee. Develops awareness of residents' interests and needs in order to promote positive dining experiences, and recreational activities that encourage intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual sustenance. As a representative and team member of the company, this position is expected to present oneself in a manner that reflects professionalism and ensures resident satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead planned activity programs for residents.
• Assist in achieving resident engagement in wellness dimensions.
• Develop awareness of residents' interests and needs.
• Promote positive dining experiences for residents.
• Encourage recreational activities that support intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual sustenance.

Requirements

• High school Level diploma, GED or equivalent knowledge or experience is preferred.
• One year of experience in recreational activities preferred.
• Vocational/technical training that includes care of elderly with dementia desired.
• Current CPR certification.

Benefits

• 20 days of paid time off for full-time team members, plus 7 company holidays (increases with years of service)
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest for full-time team members
• Health, Dental and Vision Plans starting the 1st of the month following your start date for full-time team members
• $25+tax per line Cell Phone Plan for full-time and part-time team members
• Tuition Reimbursement for full-time team members
• 5 star employer-paid employee assistance program for full-time team members
• Medical benefits starting the 1st of the month following your start date for part-time team members
• Matching 401(k) for part-time team members