Activities Assistant- Part-Time Weekends

Westminster Communities of Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Westminster Communities of Florida is seeking a Part-Time Activities Assistant to support the health center, assisted living and memory care buildings. Expect 10–20 hours per week, including weekends; this role plans, develops and directs the activities program in line with policies and resident interests.

The position requires a high school diploma; CNA certification is preferred. Prior experience in senior activities and comfort with dementia are a plus. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma; interest in recreation, crafts and music is helpful.
• Experience in recreational activities for seniors is preferred.
• Familiarity with dementia or willingness to learn about the condition.

Responsibilities

• Implement and conduct activities programs for residents.
• Lead and assist residents groups during community outings.
• Conduct one-on-one activities with residents needing individual attention.
• Complete documentation such as assessments and daily attendance sheets.
• Purchase and organize decorations and supplies for daily activities and holidays.
• Assist with decorating Health Center common areas.

Skills

High school diploma

Interest in recreation

Interest in crafts

Interest in music

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant

Job description

We are currently hiring for a Part-Time Activities Assistant to work 10- 20 hours per week including weekends. This position will plan, develop and direct the overall operation of the activities department in accordance with regulatory guidelines and our established policies and procedures and assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet the level of interests and abilities of each resident. The availability to work weekend shifts is required. This position will be working in the Health Center, Assisted Living, and Memory Care buildings.

Activities Assistant Essential Job Functions

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster and its communities.

• Implement and conduct programs as assigned by the Activities Director, encouraging residents to attend. Includes setup prior to and clean-up after completion of activities.
• Leads and assists residents groups on community outings.
• Conducts one-on-one activities with those residents requiring them.
• Completes documentation such as Assessments and Daily Attendance Sheets.
• Purchase and organize decorations and supplies for daily activities & holidays.
• Assist with decorating Health Center common areas.

ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess a minimum of a high school diploma, with interests in recreation, crafts and music helpful.

Must have basic knowledge of food preparation and handling. Certified Nurse Assistant certificate preferred.

Experience And Basic Knowledge

Must have experience in recreational and activities programs in senior citizens group nursing homes or related activities within the last two years. Must be familiar with dementia or willing to learn about the condition.

Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

To learn more about our culture and what it is like to work at Westminster Communities of Florida, follow us on our social channels (Facebook and Instagram) at @WestminsterCareers.