Activities Assistant

Davita Inc.; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior care is seeking an Activities Coordinator to assist in leading engaging activity programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of older adults. The role requires creativity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with residents and volunteers. Candidates should have experience in a related field and be able to foster a positive environment for residents through various activities.

Benefits

Floating Holidays

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Free Meal Each Shift

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year activities experience in senior care.
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain Class C license within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist Life Enrichment Director with planning and leading programs.
• Support development of monthly Activity Calendar.
• Lead individual and group activities for residents.

Skills

Creativity

Group leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Good work ethic

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Objective(s):

Assist Life Enrichment Director in leading a variety of activity programs designed to meet the resident's social, physical, mental, emotional, and sensory needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year activities experience in independent retirement, assisted living, adult day services or long-term care facility serving a senior population.
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
• Currently possess a Class C license, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to use basic Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) computer programs.
• Creativity in developing and planning activity programs.
• Group leadership and interpersonal skills to lead one on one, small, and large group activities.
• Able to make responsible choices and decisions, and act in a resident's best interest.
• Strong organizational skills
• Good work ethic
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Able to read, write, spell, do basic math, speak and understand English

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for assisting Life Enrichment Director with planning, promotion, and facilitating/leading each event or program.
  • Assess resident's recreational and social needs.
  • Support development of monthly Activity Calendar of Events.
  • Lead small, large and one on one activity programs with seniors.
• Support coordination of transportation needs to outside events/programs in accordance with established policies and procedures. Accompany residents on outings as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with assigned volunteers and direct their assignments to support the resident programming.
• Report maintenance needs in timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Benefits Include:
• Floating Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Free Meal Each Shift