Activity Assistant

Senior living; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn up to 1% wage increase every quarter

401K Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor matching contribution

Length of Service Bonus Program of up to $5,000

Employee Referral Bonus of up to $1,000

Access to earned wages prior to payday

Generous PTO Plan

An employee engaged scheduling system

Job summary

Sinceri Senior Living in Denton, Texas, seeks an enthusiastic team member to assist the Resident Experience Director in planning and managing activities that enhance residents' quality of life. You'll work closely with residents to create engaging programs, promote participation, and support their overall well-being.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, excellent communication skills, and experience in a healthcare setting. Strong conviction in promoting a vibrant community is essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a social or recreational program in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to display enthusiasm in promoting activities.
• Must have a current and valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist Resident Experience Director in planning activities for residents.
• Follow and implement programs that address residents' health.
• Help maintain a successful health program for residents.

Skills

Good verbal communication

Ability to evaluate residents' needs

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Status: Full-Time Is Remote Position: No PayRate Interval: Hourly

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 7th Year in a row. Create your healthcare career with us and learn about all the career growth opportunities we offer.

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 applicable characteristics protected by law. Minors must be at least 16 years of age to be employed by Sinceri Senior Living. Candidates submitted by unsolicited 3rd party recruiters will not be considered.

Perks and Benefits*:

• Earn up to 1% wage increase every quarter
• 401KRetirement Plan with Safe Harbor matching contribution
• Lengthof Service Bonus Program of up to $5,000
• EmployeeReferral Bonus of up to $1,000
• Accessto earned wages prior to payday
• GenerousPTO Plan
• Anemployee engaged scheduling system
• SinceriSenior Living Discount Marketplace
• WalkingSpreerewards for healthy habits

*Somebenefits may vary depending on position and employment status

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience working in a social orrecreational program in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• At least minimal experience in planning and directingactivities for elderly residents, and in planning, and organizing specialprograms for residents, families, and staff.
• Good verbal communication skills, including the ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easilyunderstood.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positiveattitude in promoting activities, and enlisting the support of facilityteam members for activity programming.
• Must be able to evaluate residents' needs and ableto adjust programming as needed.
• Able to respond to resident, family, or teamconcerns in a respectful, patient, and professional manner elevating concernsto the Administrator as needed.
• Ability to represent the Community in a positiveand professional manner.
• Current and valid state driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a criminal backgroundclearance.

Essential Functions:

• Assist Resident Experience Director (RED) in planning and providing activities that support and maintainthe residents’ quality of life, and that meet state requirements foraddressing residents’ social, physical, spiritual, and mental health.
• Follows and implementsprograms posted on the Calendar of Events created by the RED that is built aroundresident life profiles and demonstrate an active, social, and creative environment.
• Assists the RED in maintaining an updated social history and LifeProfile of each resident.
• Assists the RED in maintaining a successful “Better Health for a Better Self” programto meet the health and wellness needs of the residents.
• Meets all new residentsand families upon arrival, informing them of the activity program andencouraging participation.
• Maintains the inventory ofactivity supplies and equipment and submits a monthly list of needs to the RED.
• As requested, assists withset up and break down of events of holiday parties.
• As needed, operates, and drives the community bus for residentoutings, community outreach opportunities, or another programming away fromthe community.