Activities Assistant (NE)

Deercreekseniorliving; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our team and help create engaging daily and monthly calendars for residents across care levels. You will support the Activities Director in leading events, promoting participation, and handling administrative tasks to ensure smooth operation.

The role emphasizes motivating residents, coordinating with staff, and fostering community involvement both on-site and in the surrounding area. A proactive, empathetic approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Energetic, personable, enthusiastic, creative and imaginative.
• Able to communicate intentions and directions to residents and staff and be an empathetic listener.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written language skills.
• Knowledge of the physical and emotional aspects of aging.
• Ability to motivate and positively influence residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating, planning and implementing daily/monthly activities calendars.
• Lead activities and encourage resident participation.
• Perform designated administrative tasks (posting calendars, sign-up sheets, ordering supplies).
• Transport residents to functions using company vehicles, if applicable.

Skills

Energetic

Empathetic listener

Clear communication

Motivational ability

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.