Activities Assistant

Volunteers of America National Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Mary Marshall Assisted Living, part of Volunteers of America National Services, is hiring an Activities Assistant in Arlington, VA. The role supports activities for elderly residents, including planning social, therapeutic, and leisure programs, with a schedule of Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

The position requires a high school diploma, experience with the elderly, and the ability to drive a 10-passenger van.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience working with the elderly population.
• 1 year experience providing activities programming to elderly population preferred.
• Must be comfortable driving and operating a 10-passenger van.
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads and/or assists in large groups, small groups, 1:1s and individual activities (exercise, arts and crafts, games, current events, sensory, etc.).
• Assists Activities Director/Recreation Therapist in assessing and reassessing participants’ functional status.
• Assists with development and implementation of recreational activities that meet interests and capabilities.
• Completes assigned activity charting and reporting as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Activities Assistant

Locations

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Arlington, VA 222041902, USA

• On-site
• Rate : $19.80 USD per hour
• Activities
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: ACTIV008705

Description

Come join our awesome team as a Activities Assistant at Mary Marshall Assisted Living. We're offering a great work environment! Discover why Volunteers of America National Services has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for seven consecutive years!Our employees share that their work holds special meaning—it's more than "just a job."

Mary Marshall is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Schedules:Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 9:00 AM-6:00 PM

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Activities Coordinator, is responsible for assisting with the implementation of activities for participants tailored to the needs and limitations of the elderly. Assists participants with non-skilled Activities of Daily Living (ADL). Provides one-on-one assistance with participants or preparing for upcoming activities. Assist with planning social, therapeutic and leisure programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have one year’s experience working with the elderly population.
• One year’s experience of providing activities programming to elderly population preferred.
• Must be comfortable driving and operating a 10-passenger van
• Responsibilities include planning and coordinating social, recreational, purposeful and spiritual activities that support residents' psychological, physical and cognitive needs
• The candidate must be able to demonstrate strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage residents of various abilities and interests.
• Must have valid Driver’s license

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Leads and/or assists in large groups, small groups 1:1’s and individual activities (exercise, arts and crafts, games, current events, sensory, etc.).
• Assists Activities Director/Recreation Therapist in assessing and reassessing participants’ functional status in relationship to participation in recreational activities.
• Assists with the development and implementation of recreational activities that meet the interests, needs and capabilities of participants under the supervision of Activities Director or Recreation Therapist.
• Completes assigned activity charting and reporting as assigned by Activities Director or Recreation Therapist.

About Mary Marshall Assisted Living:

We provide outstanding, compassionate care to older adults with intellectual disabilities or mental illness. We are located in Arlington, VA, a wonderful city right across the Potomac River from Washington, DC! Our community is tight-knit, and we work as a team. We look out for and support our employees in all that they do, and offer a comprehensive benefits package that fosters a great work/life balance.

AtVOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

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