Activities Assistant

Chestnut Knoll; Boyertown (Berks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care is seeking an Activities Assistant who loves helping memory care residents. Join a positive team dedicated to dignity and quality of care, supported by an industry-leading organization.

Responsibilities include planning and providing a variety of activities to support residents’ mental, physical, spiritual, and social needs, plus coordinating volunteer programs and assisting with transportation.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written).
• Ability to work every other weekend.
• Passion for activities and elder care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and providing a variety of activities that meet residents' mental, physical, spiritual, and social needs.
• Assist with maintaining and expanding Volunteer Programs.
• Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Chestnut Knoll Personal Care and Memory Care

Education: High School/GED Employment Status: Full-Time

**Looking for someone who loves helping with activities with memory careresidents**

If you would like to work in a positive environment and use yourtalents and experience to make a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd liketo hear from you! At our community, you will be part of a dynamic and talentedteam dedicated to the highest standards of excellence and quality of care. You'll also be supported by an industryleading organization that is committed to quality services and treating peoplewith dignity and respect.
Job Requirements

• A desire to contribute to apositive atmosphere in the community for residents, family & friends, andall team members
• Ability to communicate effectivelyin English; both oral and written
• Ability to work every other weekend

JobResponsibilities Include

• Assist with planning and providing a varietyof active and passive, group and individual activities which enhance themental, physical, spiritual, and social needs of residents through assessments,allowing them to play an active role in the community
• Assist with maintaining and expandingVolunteer Programs
• Assistin arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside andcommunity activities

Qualifications

• Theability to create interest in the activities and motivate residents toparticipate daily
• Creativityand motivational skills necessary
• High school diploma or GED
• Certificates/Licenses: A valid driver's license in the state of work is required

In addition to a positive work environment we offer a competitivesalary and benefits package, including Paid Time Off,Health/Dental/Life/Short-term Disability, 401(k) with employer matchingcontribution for full-time employees.

Come and make a difference in the lives of seniors! EOE and Drug Free Work Environment. We lookforward to hearing from you!