Activities Assistant

Westchester Village; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision plans with cost

401(k) with company match

PTO

Holiday Premium Pay

Volunteer Time Off

Referral Bonus

Career Path Development

Job summary

Westchester Village in Lenexa, Kansas, is seeking a dedicated Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director with a structured program of activities for residents. The role emphasizes resident-centered care and advocacy, working with residents, families, physicians, and the broader care team.

You will maintain activity logs, help plan events, and coordinate with resident and family councils. The position offers a family-based culture with opportunities to engage volunteers and

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license (class E) and have a good driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with resident activities and transfers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Activities Director with a program of activities for residents.
• Maintain department activity logs and documentation.
• Communicate resident-directed care daily to residents, families, physicians, and staff.
• Plan activities as directed by supervisor.
• Collaborate with resident and family councils.
• Direct and supervise volunteers as needed.
• Assist with dietary tasks if requested.

Skills

Communication

Resident-centered care advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Westchester Village is an innovative, beautiful, 5 star, boutique style senior living community. Our mission is simple: to enrich the lives of our residents through purpose, passion & joy in life! Our Community offers several levels of living including: independent living, assisted living, short-term rehab, and long-term care.In addition to our commitment to provide quality care to our residents, we are also committed to providing a great work environment for our Team Members.Benefits: We value and are grateful for our Team Members. Below is a snapshot of our benefits to foster health and happiness for our team:Health, Dental, & Vision Care Plans with company cost share (full-time only)Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes counseling sessions for Team Members and their Family.401(k) with company matchPTOHoliday Premium PayVolunteer Time OffCompetitive Wages & Shift DifferentialsReferral BonusService Award BonusCareer Path DevelopmentTuition Assistance & Certification Course PaymentFun & engaging team environmentIf you're in search of a family based organization with a culture of care and you have a passion for seniors - keep reading!Role:We are seeking a dedicated Activities Assistant to join our team! The Activities Assistant responsible for assisting the Activities Director with a program of activities at the community. The Activities Assistant has the ability to communicate effectively and advocate for Elder centered/directed care to team members, families, physicians, allied health professionals and the at large community.Responsibilities:The Senior Living Activities Assistant participate in activities with residents of the community.The Senior Living Activities Assistant maintains department activity logs and documentation.The Senior Living Activities Assistant understands, practices and communicates resident directed/centered care on a daily basis as it relates to the activities department.The Senior Living Activities Assistant plans activities as directed by supervisor.The Senior Living Activities Assistant works with the resident and family councils.The Senior Living Activities Assistant has the ability to direct and supervise volunteers.The Senior Living Activities Assistant helps with Dietary if requested.hysical requirements of this position:Lift and/or carryUp to 30 lbsFrequentlyLiftUp to 50 lbsOccasionallyAssist with resident transferOccasionallyReach above, at & below shoulder heightFrequentlyPush/PullUp to 50 lbsFrequentlySit, stand, walkIntermittent throughout the shiftTwist, bend, crawl, squat, kneel, crouchIntermittent throughout the shiftHand manipulation: grasp, handle, torque, finger on controls & equipmentFrequentlyHear, talk, see, taste, smellConstantlySummary of Potential Occupational Exposures:Blood borne pathogensDirect contact with:Blood, urine, feces, vomitus, wound exudates, semen/vaginal secretions, cerebrospinal, synovial, pleural, peritoneal, pericardialVarious office products and cleaning chemicalsTemperature changes – moderate exposureSpecific Tasks Creating Potential Exposure:General resident care / activities involvementHandling soiled linens and clothingQualifications:High School graduate or equivalent.Must possess a valid drivers license, class E drivers license and have a good driving record.Our Community is a part of a family of Retirement Communities which include:Colonial Village, Overland Park, KSMaggie’s Place of Colonial Village, Overland Park, KSWestchester Village, Lenexa, KSLinden Woods Village, Gladstone, MORaintree Village, Lee's Summit, MOPrairie Vista Village, Altoona, IATerrace Glen Village, Marion, IACedar Ridge Village, West Des Moines, IANorthridge Village, Ames, IAKennybrook Village, Grimes, IAWe are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability of any other characteristic protected by law. Our family of retirement communities are proud to be a tobacco-free campus, including but not limited to electronic cigarettes. We follow CMS and CDC protocols and guidelines.#SeniorLiving #SeniorCare #ResidentCare #ActiviesAssistant #Activites #wvl2024