Activity Assistant

The-Garlands-of-Barringto; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits for full-time employees (30+)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k with match

Life insurance

Underground parking

Uniforms provided

Employee referral awards

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Garlands of Barrington is seeking an Activity Assistant to plan, develop, and implement engaging programs for residents in the Barrington community.

Evenings 5-8pm on Monday, Thursday, every other Friday, and rotating weekends; the role involves coordinating outings, documenting attendance, and collaborating with staff to foster a warm, supportive living environment for residents and families alike.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Alzheimer’s & Dementia in assisted living or long term care environment.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Compassion, patience and understanding.
• Effective communication skills.
• Must complete 16 hours of Dementia Training within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing the activity programs at The Garlands of Barrington.
• Provide recreation activities: reality orientation, current events, discussion groups, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, special entertainment, outings, special events and one-on-one visits.
• Encourage residents to participate in programming by taking the time to personally invite those residents.
• Create an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.
• Participate in community outings off-campus.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of residents' attendance, progress and response to activities in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Coordinate activities with other departments, and modify program content, times, and locations as necessary.
• Distribute the monthly newsletter of activities to every resident, and is able to clearly answer any questions pertaining to the information contained in the newsletter.
• Serve on, participate in, and attend various committees of The Garlands as appointed.
• Conduct tours of the facility and explain available services to prospective families and residents.
• Assist with components of move-ins as assigned and directed by the Administrator.

Skills

Customer service

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Alzheimer's experience

Job description

Prairieview Activity AssistantMonday, Thursday, every other Friday, and rotating weekends. 5-8pmHourly Rate - $15.50Benefits for Full-time Employees (30 hours + per week)Paid time offPaid holidays401k (with match)Medical, dental and vision insuranceShort and long-term disabilityLife insuranceAll Employees (Full-time and Part-time)Heated, underground parkingUpscale employee break roomEmployee referral awardsEmployee Assistance ProgramUniforms providedPrinciple Accountabilities for Activity Assistant:Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing the activity programs at The Garlands of Barrington.Provide recreation activities: reality orientation, current events, discussion groups, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, special entertainment, outings, special events and one-on-one visits.Encourage residents to participate in programming by taking the time to personally invite those residentsCreate an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.Participate in community outings off-campus.Prepare and maintain accurate records of residents' attendance, progress and response to activities in accordance with state and federal regulations.Coordinate activities with other departments, and modify program content, times, and locations as necessary.Distribute the monthly newsletter of activities to every resident, and is able to clearly answer any questions pertaining to the information contained in the newsletter.Serve on, participate in, and attend various committees of The Garlands as appointed.Conduct tours of the facility and explain available services to prospective families and residents.Assist with components of move-ins as assigned and directed by the Administrator.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities for Activity Assistant:Experience working with Alzheimer’s & Dementia in assisted living or long term care environmentProven customer service skillsCompassion, patience and understandingEffective communication skillsMust complete 16 hours of Dementia Training within 1 year of hire.Physical Requirements:Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.Must be able to tolerate long periods of walking and standingMust be able to push customers in wheelchairs.