Activity Assistant

Eden Senior Care; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Vista Senior Living Management's Eden Vista of Green Bay is seeking an Activity Assistant to organize and participate in person-specific activity programming, including one-to-one interventions and group activities. You will document participation and outcomes in the resident records.

The role focuses on creating joyful, independent, and wellness-oriented experiences, with opportunities to design programs that encourage socialization and daily living skills improvement for our residents.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for working with seniors and people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities for resident interactions.
• Ability to solve problems and adapt to changing daily activities.
• Maintain calm and caring demeanor under pressure.
• Organizational skills to manage schedules and progress notes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and implement activities meeting residents' physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs.
• Create environments that emphasize joy, independence and wellness daily.
• Design programs to encourage socialization among residents.
• Provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment to residents; assist daily living skills.
• Prepare and maintain progress reports for residents.
• Keep activity areas safe and well maintained.
• Inspire enthusiasm to motivate resident participation.

Skills

Passion for people

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Calm under stress

Adaptability

Organization

Creativity

Musical/arts & crafts

Job description

Vista Senior Living Management is a dedicated branch tailored specifically for senior communities. Specializing in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living services, Vista ensures unparalleled personalized care and 24-hour assistance for our residents, assuring a consistent and exceptional experience. Our unwavering mission is to provide an outstanding care experience rooted in genuine compassion and humble dedication to our senior's well-being.

Eden Vista of Green Bay is a proud member of the Vista Senior Living Management network where compassionate care meets exceptional living. With 16 communities spanning across multiple states, Vista Senior Living specializes in Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. Our dedicated team ensures a nurturing environment where seniors thrive and find joy in every moment.

Position: Activity Assistant

Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking individuals who are devoted to fostering meaningful and purposeful lives for our residents. The Activity Assistant organizes and participates in person-specific activity programming, including one to one interventions, small group facilitation, and large group presentations. Capable of documenting individual participation and value of approaches in the medical record.

Job Functions Will Include

• Assist with planning, coordinating and implementing activities to meet the physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual and emotional needs of our residents
• Create environments where moments of joy, independence, and wellness are the focus each and every day
• Help design programs to encourage socialization
• Provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment and improve daily living skills
• Prepare and maintain reports on resident's progress
• Ensure activity areas are safe and well maintained
• Generate enthusiasm to encourage and motivate participation

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• A passion for working with people
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain cooperative working relationships
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal
• Problem-solving skills
• The ability to remain calm and adapt to changing situations
• Ability to work under stress while remaining caring and kind
• Ability to understand and work in a variety of situations in a positive and constructive manner
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set and meet deadlines
• Ability to be imaginative, creative, and innovative
• musical/ arts & crafts experience preferred

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance