Activities Assistant Weekends

Heartis Buckhead; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off and holidays (full-time)

Flexible scheduling

401(K) with employer matching

Paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Meals and uniforms

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Discovery Management Group is seeking an Activities and Events Coordinator for our senior living communities. This role plans and oversees activities to enrich residents’ physical, intellectual, social, and emotional well-being.

Responsibilities include coordinating events, maintaining an activity calendar and supporting flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred in social work, recreation, sociology, psychology or related field.
• 1–3 years experience in assisted living or long-term care with memory care patients preferred.
• Proficient verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to encourage and motivate older adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and oversight of resident activities.
• Plan, schedule and conduct programs providing physical, intellectual, social and emotional opportunities for residents.
• Attend community events and coordinate the event from start to finish including setup, run and break down.
• Help organize a calendar of events.

Skills

Memory care awareness

Resident activities planning

Verbal and written communication

Presentation skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Creative thinking

Organization

Education

Associate’s Degree in social work, recreation, sociology, psychology or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

This position is Full Time Tuesday-Saturday 10AM -5PM

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6500 residents nationwide.

We offer rewarding career opportunities that include:

• Competitive wages
• Access to wages before payday
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meals and uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

Our community is looking for an Activities and Events Coordinator to join our team.

Activities & Events Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and oversight of resident activities.
• Plan, schedule and conduct programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for our residents in our community.
• Attend all community planned functions and help coordinate the event from beginning to end including set-up, running, and breaking down for the event.
• Assist in preparing and organizing a calendar of events.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours (evenings and every other weekend) for planned activity events.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in social work, recreation, sociology, psychology or related field preferred
• One to three years experience in assisted living or long term care working with memory care patients preferred
• Proficient verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to encourage and motivate older adults.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated creative ability.
• Strong skills in organization, delegation and consensus building.

EOE D/V