Activities Assistant (Part Time)

Cascades Verdae; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Marsh's Edge in Saint Simons Island, GA, is seeking a Part Time Activities Assistant to plan and execute activities for our Independent Living residents. Creativity and a love for working with seniors are essential; the schedule may include some weekends, evenings, and holidays.

The role leads spiritual, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional programming to foster a Weller lifestyle. You will engage residents, assess interests, and partner with community groups to enrich programming and

Qualifications

• CPR and AED certification is required (to be attained within 60 days).
• Experience interacting with senior populations preferred.
• Four year college or university degree in Recreation Therapy or similar field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Engages residents in Weller Life opportunities through formal activities and informal interactions.
• Plans and facilitates spiritual, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional programming.
• Continuously gauges residents' interests and updates a diverse menu of activities.
• Forges partnerships with local organizations and volunteers to bring outside talent.
• Creates and publishes communications to promote programs and share examples of Weller Life.
• Monitors participation and adjusts calendar to maximize engagement.

Skills

English fluency

Senior interaction experience

Independent work

Education

Recreation Therapy or similar degree (bachelor's)

Job description

Marsh's Edge | ME - Marshs Edge
136 Marsh's Edge Ln
Saint Simons Island, GA 31522, USA

Description

At Marsh's Edge, we're not just a luxury senior living company; we're a community recognized as a Great Place to Work® and we take immense pride in that designation. Our philosophy, “People First, Always,” underscores everything we do. We believe that our dedicated team is our greatest asset, driving us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions every day.

Why Choose Marsh's Edge?

• A Culture of Growth and Teamwork:We foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your personal and professional growth is encouraged.
• Make a Difference:Your work will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact in our community.
• Collaborative Environment:Join a team that values each member's input, promotes collaboration, and strives to create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

We’re looking for a Part Time Activities Assistant:

This role will plan & execute activities for our members in Independent Living. Being creative & enjoying working with seniors is a must! Varied work schedule may include some weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

We look forward to meeting you!

Interviews offered daily!

POSITION SUMMARY: Creates, markets, and leads spiritual, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional events and programs to foster a Weller lifestyle tailored to the needs and interests of a diverse resident population. Sets a leadership example for others to follow by empowering older adults in independent living (and assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing as needed) to live life to the fullest.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Engages residents in Weller Life opportunities through formal activities and informal interactions.
• Plans and facilitates spiritual, physical, intellectual, cultural, and emotional programming for residents that is consistent with SLC standards and focused on residents’ unique needs and interests.
• Continuously gauges resident’s interests, hobbies, preferences, curiosities and needs; creates and continuously updates a diverse and stimulating menu of programming activities and events accordingly.
• Seeks out and fosters partnerships with local organizations, non-profit groups, educational institutions, and others to identify opportunities for residents to share their talents through volunteerism and to bring outside talents into the community.
• Creates and publishes a variety of professional written communications to promote programs, educate residents and families, and share examples of Weller Life in the community.
• Monitors resident participation in programs to evaluate their appeal and increase participation; adjusts calendar or events accordingly.
• Stays abreast of active aging and generational trends in order to continuously enhance Weller Life initiatives; shares relevant information with peers and community staff to increase awareness and support professional development.
• Shares successful activity blueprints with team residents and participates in best practices calls.
• Partners with team, residents and home office staff to deliver engaging and informative orientation and in-service training programs.
• May participate in award winning WAVES pool program.
• May run family support groups.
• Participates and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Enters assessments into company software as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• May be required to stand, walk, reach, water walk.
• An individual in this position is often required to read, write, stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and/or hear.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight up to 25 lbs.
• Must be free of diseases that can be transmitted in the performance of job responsibilities during the stage of communicability unless the associate can be given duties that minimize the likelihood of transmission.
• May be exposed to minimal to moderate noise and exposure to blood and/or body fluids. Also may experience traumatic situations including psychiatric and deceased residents.

TRAVEL: Local and out of state travel, including overnight stays, may be required from time to time to attend conferences, training, meetings, and professional development programs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• CPR and AED certification required (must be attained in first 60 days of Employment).
• Experience interacting with senior population desired.
• Four year college or university degree in Recreation Therapy or similar field a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
• Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
• Ability to use miscellaneous software and office equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

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