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

Dunwoody Village; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an esteemed CCRC, where you will empower residents through engaging recreation programs. As a Full Time Activities Assistant, you will create and implement activities that enhance the cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of our residents. This role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also offers a supportive work environment with a commitment to exceptional care. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans, while working in a facility known for its high standards and community focus. Your positive attitude and genuine respect for the elderly will help foster a vibrant community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Coverage

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

403b Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Semi-Annual Bonuses

Qualifications

• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Experience in Long Term Care or Recreation Field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement group recreation programs.
• Maintain daily records of resident participation.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Facetime

iTunes

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Communication

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

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

Dunwoody Village-CCRC, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:00 AM

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
• 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.

To apply, you may respond to the posting with a resume. In addition, submissions can be faxed to [phone] or email to [e-mail] with the above title in the subject line. Please note we will only contact candidates who meet the above criteria; please no phone calls about the position.

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

Come join our team today! Learn more about the Dunwoody Difference at www.dunwoody.org !

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.

Dunwoody Village-CCRC, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, United States of America