Activity Assistant

Senior living; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living company is seeking a dedicated individual to enhance the quality of life for elderly residents through engaging activities. The ideal candidate will assist in planning and directing programs tailored to meet residents' social, physical, and emotional needs while ensuring compliance with state regulations.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning activities that support residents’ quality of life.
• Implement programs based on resident profiles.
• Maintain inventory of activity supplies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Enthusiasm

Evaluation of residents' needs

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why You Should Work With Us:

As a Sinceri Senior Living company, we are a fun-loving, employee-centric community like no other! Maybe that’s why we have been certified by our employees as a Great Place to Work for our 5th year in a row. Create your healthcare career with us and learn about all the career growth opportunities we offer.

Have we sparked your interest yet? Apply online and join our wonderful team. Questions about the application process? Come visit us and our staff will be happy to assist you!

Sinceri Senior Living is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Minors must be at least 16 years of age to be employed by Sinceri Senior Living. Candidates submitted by unsolicited third-party recruiters will not be considered.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience working in a social or recreational program in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Experience in planning and directing activities for elderly residents, and in organizing special programs for residents, families, and staff.
• Good verbal communication skills, including the ability to give directions in a pleasant and understandable manner.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities and enlisting support from team members.
• Ability to evaluate residents' needs and adjust programming accordingly.
• Respond to resident, family, or team concerns respectfully, patiently, and professionally, escalating issues to the Administrator as needed.
• Represent the Community positively and professionally.
• Current and valid state driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Essential Functions:

• Assist Resident Experience Director (RED) in planning and providing activities that support residents’ quality of life and meet state requirements for social, physical, spiritual, and mental health.
• Implement programs from the Calendar of Events created by the RED, based on resident profiles to promote an active, social, and creative environment.
• Maintain updated social histories and Life Profiles of residents.
• Support the “Better Health for a Better Self” program to meet residents’ health and wellness needs.
• Welcome new residents and families, informing them of the activity program and encouraging participation.
• Maintain inventory of activity supplies and equipment, submitting monthly needs to the RED.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of holiday events.
• Operate and drive the community bus for outings, outreach, or other off-site activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.