Activity Assistant

Oak Park Place; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid Long-Term Disability, AD&D, and life insurance

Paid time off

401k eligibility after 6 months

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Oak Park Place is looking for an Activity Assistant in Dubuque, Iowa. In this role, you will organize and implement recreational activities to enhance resident well-being. Your efforts will promote social interaction and physical activity among residents.

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, experience with the elderly, and a willingness to learn. We offer a competitive pay package, health benefits, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Previous experience working with the elderly preferred.
• Previous experience in an activity role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help organize, plan, and execute a well-balanced activity program.
• Lead and promote recreational activities.
• Encourage resident participation in activities.
• Collaborate with all departments for resident needs.
• Assess individual and group needs to plan activities.

Skills

Positive attitude

Experience working with the elderly

Experience in activity roles

Job description

Brief Description

Welcome to Oak Park Place, where your talents are celebrated, your growth is nurtured, and your work truly matters. We employ passionate individuals that are looking to help us write the next best chapter of our residents’ lives!

Activity Assistant

The Activity Assistant job responsibilities include planing, organizing, and implementing recreational and social events to enhance the well-being of residents with a goal of promoting regular socialization and physical activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Working under the direction of the Activity Director you will help organize, plan, and execute a well-balanced activity program
• Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities, such as arts, crafts, and games
• Generate positivity and encourage resident participation
• Work with all departments to ensure resident needs are being met
• Assess the needs and interests of individuals and groups and plan activities accordingly

Requirements

Activity Assistant Qualifications

• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• Previous experience working with the elderly preferred
• Previous experience in an activity’s role preferred

Summary

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive pay and benefit package including health, dental and vision
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability, AD&D and life insurance
• Up to 80 hours of paid time off in your first year of employment
• Eligible for the Oak Park Place 401k after 6 months
• Company paid employee assistance program
• Flexible schedules