Activities Associate -Spearly

Juniper Communities; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Juniper Village at the Spearly Center, a 130-bed skilled nursing facility, is hiring for a role that supports daily activity programs for residents. You will help create, plan, and implement the Connections activities to promote leisure, physical, and mental well-being.

We value diversity and inclusion, offer opportunities to grow with home office leadership, and seek candidates with a background in social work or related fields.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or higher required or preferred
• Background in healthcare or service-related settings preferred
• Must be at least 16 with a valid driver's license
• Knowledge of aging physiology and psychology

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating, planning and implementing the Connections activity program
• Plan and post a monthly calendar of events and a monthly newsletter
• Coordinate transportation for residents as needed
• Collaborate with Wellness Associates to run activity programs

Skills

Valid driver's license

Aging physiology/psychology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, Gerontology, or related field

Job description

Now offering Daily Pay! No need to wait for Payday!

Full Time Position - HIRING IMMEDIATELY!

Full time position available

Must have weekend availability

Pay: Starting at $19.29 per hour

Juniper Village at the Spearly Center is a unique 130 bed skillednursing facility, specializing in behavioral and mental health. 80% of ourResidents are fully independent and can get themselves up and dressed in themorning. We are tasked with creating a home-like environment for individualswho are often forgotten about or easily discarded by society. If you are trulyinterested in making a difference and caring for those less fortunate thanmost, we would love to set up an interview and facility tour.

Know you belong.

Being diverse and inclusive isn't new to us. These values have been at the heart of our culture for 35 years. We are better because our Associates have unique backgrounds and experiences. We hire the best, empower them to grow, and celebrate all.

Why Juniper?

If you're excited about challenging the status quo of the senior living industry and contributing to an organization that is built on a culture of innovation, Juniper offers rich opportunity for a fulfilling career.

Our team approach, mentorships, and hands-on support from home office leadership provide a foundation for you to succeed and grow in meaningful ways.

Role:

Assists in the creation, planning and implementation of the Connections program - the daily activities for our residents. You will ensure the maximum levels of resident leisure contentment, as well as physical, mental, and psychological well being.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating of the Connections activity program for the community.

Assist in the planning and posting of a monthly calendar of events, monthly newsletter and coordination of special events and programs.

Assist in arranging and at times render transportation for the residents.

Works closely with Wellness Associates for the implementation of Connections activity programs.

Requirements:

High School Diploma, a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, Gerontology, or other related field (Preferred)

Previous experience in healthcare or service related setting (Preferred)

Must be at least 16 years old with a valid state driver's license (Required)

Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adult.

Juniper Village at the Spearly Center is a skilled nursing facility specializing in mental and behavioral health so besides the typical Alzheimer's/dementia diagnosis, we cater to residents with schizophrenia, bipolar, TBI, failed suicide attempts, and more. We are looking for those who care and value and able to assist are residents in need.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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