Activities Assistant

Cassia Community; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Cassia Community's Westhaven in Boone, IA is hiring an Activities Assistant to join our team. This part-time role offers evenings shifts and opportunities to learn and grow in a healthcare setting. You will plan and lead activities, interact one-to-one with residents, and help document participation.

Prior senior care experience is preferred but not required; enthusiasm and creativity are valued. Join a mission-driven community that supports growth, offers competitive wages, benefits, and

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with seniors preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrate good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities.
• Creative aptitude for training in arts, crafts, and games.
• Good communication skills, including ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead small group activity programs including a variety of games, discussion groups, exercises, and trivia.
• Interact and assist residents on a one to one basis outside of structured program times.
• Document activity attendance and degree of involvement.
• Act as a positive representative at all times.
• Display an attitude of courtesy and respect for all residents, families, and staff.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Enthusiastic attitude

Creativity

Clear directions

Job description

Westhaven, asenior care community, soon to be managed by Cassia, is hiring an Activities Assistant to join our team in Boone, IA. This is a great opportunity for those seeking entry-level work or wanting to learn and grow in a healthcare setting. Whether you are beginning your healthcare journey or bringing valuable experience, at Westhaven you will feel appreciated, supported, and empowered to grow.

As an Activities Assistant at Westhaven, you will conduct fun and exciting activities with our residents. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated with a genuine concern for our residents' well-being, and has a creative personality and positive attitude.

Position Type: Part-Time, working varying hours including weekends

Shifts Available: Evenings

Location: 112 W 4th St, Boone, IA 50036

Activities Assistant Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead small group activity programs including a variety of games, discussion groups, exercises, and trivia
• Interact and assist residents on a one to one basis outside of structured program times.
• Document activity attendance and degree of involvement.
• Act as a positive representative at all times.
• Display an attitude of courtesy and respect for all residents, families, and staff.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Activities Assistant Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with seniors preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrate good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities.
• Creative aptitude for training in arts, crafts, and games.
• Good communication skills, including ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.

Westhaven Benefits:

• Competitive Wages
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for fulltime employees
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for career advancement

About Us:

Here at Westhaven, we are known for our small town feel and tight-knit community. Initially, Westhaven began as a Swedish Old Folks' Home, dedicated for retired Swedish Evangelical Free Church Pastors. As an integral part of the Evangelical Free Church, we are mission driven community and offer compassionate and career growth support to our employees. We value our employees and take pride in recognizing their hard work.

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://westhavencommunity.org/ Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.