Activities Assistant

Deercreekseniorliving; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennant Group, Inc. is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our senior living community in Mesa, AZ. You will assist the Activities Director in creating diverse daily and monthly calendars that engage residents of all care levels and foster leadership and participation.

You will help deliver programs, motivate residents, and support administrative tasks while promoting a joyful community presence. This role emphasizes compassionate interaction and reliable communication to enhance

Qualifications

• Energetic, personable, enthusiastic, creative and imaginative are valued.
• Effective oral and written language skills are important.
• Knowledge of aging and ability to motivate residents is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist Activities Director in planning and leading activities.
• Help create and update daily/monthly activity calendars.
• Lead activities and encourage resident participation.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as posting calendars and ordering supplies.
• Transport residents to events when needed.

Skills

Energetic

Personable

Creative

Empathetic listener

Communication skills

Motivational skills

Job description

Our senior living community is currently seeking an Activities Assistant to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families, and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:CelebrationAccountabilityPassion for LearningLove One AnotherIntelligent Risk TakingCustomer Second (Employee First!)OwnershipIf these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.About the OpportunityParticipates with the Activities Director in creating a multi-faceted daily/monthly calendar that is appropriate for all care levels and includes events that encourage resident individuality, participation, and leadership. Assists the Activities Director in leading activities and encourages resident participation. Assists with designated administrative tasks.Participates in the creation, planning and implementation of activities to meet the interests of all residents.Contributes to the creation of the daily/monthly activities calendar.Continually promotes and encourages resident participation in activities and events.Leads activities and conducts programs in a timely manner.Continually promotes and encourages resident participation in activities and events. Seeks to find the motivation in each resident that will entice them to participate or be an active member in activities/events.Helps to provide opportunities for residents to engage in various community projects in the surrounding community.Assists with designated administrative tasks such as posting daily calendars, maintaining and updating resident sign-up sheets, ordering supplies, etc.Supports/encourages residents who lead various activities to promote a sense of pride.If applicable, transports residents to various functions using company vehicles.Critical Success FactorsIs energetic, personable, enthusiastic, creative and imaginative.Able to communicate intentions and directions to residents and staff and be an effective, empathetic listener.Demonstrates effective oral and written language skills.Possesses knowledge of the physical and emotional aspects of aging.Ability to motivate and positively influence residents.We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.