Activities Assistant (Full Time), 12pm-8pm

Dunwoody Village; Newtown Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b retirement plan

Company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance

Semi-annual bonuses

Free parking

Job summary

Dunwoody Village in Newtown Township, PA seeks a Full Time Recreation Assistant (12pm-8pm) to create and run group and individual activities for residents in the Care Center. You will escort residents, track participation, and help assess program effectiveness.

Candidate needs weekend/holiday availability, a high school diploma, and comfort with Word/Office apps, Facetime, and iTunes. Training provided for motivated individuals dedicated to elder care.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work a weekend and holiday rotation.
• High School graduate.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Office, Facetime, and iTunes.
• Able to read aloud to a group and or individual.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Organization & time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and implement group recreation programs such as exercise class, word games, horticulture, arts and crafts etc.
• Inform Residents of daily events and escort Residents to and from group programs.
• Identifies the individual abilities of residents and plans recreation programs to accommodate those abilities.
• Maintains a daily record of resident’s participation in group and individual programs.
• Assists Manager in evaluating the effectiveness of program and participation levels of residents.

Skills

Customer service

Reading aloud

Organization

Time management

Motivate people

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MS Word

Microsoft Office

Facetime

iTunes

Job description

Full Time Recreation/Activities Assistant, 12pm-8pm

The Dunwoody Village Recreation Department is devoted to empowering residents who reside in our Care Center to live life to the fullest. We respect and encourage their right to pursue leisure interests that bring them pleasure and preserve their dignity. Over 3,000 recreation programs are offered every year with the goal of keeping our residents cognitively, emotionally, and socially fulfilled. The Recreation Staff engages residents to realize their full potential through a wide variety of leisure activities.

The Full Time Recreation Assistant(12pm-8pm)is responsible for developing and implementing both group and individual recreation programs.Additional duties include but not limited to:

• Plan, develop and implement group recreation programs such as exercise class, word games, horticulture, arts and crafts etc.
• Inform Residents of daily events and escort Residents to and from group programs
• Identifies the individual abilities of residents and plans recreation programs to accommodate those abilities.
• Maintains a daily record of resident’s participation in group and individual programs.
• Assists Manager in evaluating the effectiveness of program and participation levels of residents.

To be considered for the job, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Must be able to work a weekend and holiday rotation
• High School graduate
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Office, Facetime, and iTunes
• Able to read aloud to a group and or individual
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Organization & time management skills
• Able to work both independently and with supervision
• Cheerfulness, positive attitude and the ability to motivate people.
• Genuine liking and respect for the elderly, physically and cognitively impaired.

While we certainly prefer candidates with relevant experience in Long Term Care or the Recreation Field, we are happy to train motivated persons with a desire to work with older adults.

A position at Dunwoody Village may be just what you’re looking for!

Here’s what “THE DUNWOODY DIFFERENCE” means:

• We are a financially stable, self-sustaining, and highly regarded CCRC. We have a 46-year track record of providing exceptional resident care while building a supportive and caring work environment. We hold ourselves to a higher standard of resident care because we do not have to answer to shareholders as in the for-profit CCRC environment. Our employees don’t have to worry about being bought out by a larger “chain.”
• We are one of the few 5-star rated facilities in the region and we pride ourselves on a standard of providing exceptional care to our residents while maintaining a welcoming/supportive environment for our team members!
• We are easy to get to! Our employees who drive have access to ample free parking and our campus is easily accessible via public transportation from 69st Terminal. Bus Routes 104 and 120 are located directly across the street from our campus.
• Our full-time employees enjoy an extensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription, short-term disability, long-term disability and a 403b retirement plan that includes a generous company match + a year-end discretionary contribution. We also offer PTO, tuition assistance, and semi-annual bonuses.

All offers of positions are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, 2 completed references, Influenza record, and drug screen.

Dunwoody Village is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.