Activity Assistant

Senior living; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage increase every quarter

401K Retirement Plan

Length of Service Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Access to earned wages prior to payday

Generous PTO Plan

Career Development

Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace

Walking Spree rewards

Job summary

A senior care community provider in Indianapolis is seeking an Activities Assistant to enhance residents' quality of life through planned activities. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and experience in social or recreational programming. Responsibilities include assisting with activities, maintaining resident engagement, and ensuring a positive environment. The position offers various benefits, including a retirement plan and opportunities for career development. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in social or recreational program in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to plan and direct activities for elderly residents.
• Good verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and providing activities for residents' quality of life.
• Implement activity programs according to resident life profiles.
• Maintain activity inventory and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Enthusiasm

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

This position is for an Activities Assistant in Assisted Living. Full Time and includes every other weekend. Age requirement is 21 years of age or older with a valid driver's license.

Perks and Benefits*:

• 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
• Career Development
• Employee engaged scheduling system
• Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Benefits
• Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace
• Walking Spree rewards for healthy habits

*Some benefits may vary depending on position and employment status

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.
• At least minimal experience in planning and directing activities for elderly residents, and in planning, and organizing special programs for residents, families, and staff.
• Good verbal communication skills, including the ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities, and enlisting the support of facility team members for activity programming.
• Must be able to evaluate residents' needs and adjust programming as needed.
• Able to respond to resident, family, or team concerns in a respectful, patient, and professional manner, elevating concerns to the Administrator as needed.
• Ability to represent the Community in a positive and professional manner.
• Current and valid state driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background clearance.

Essential Functions:

• Assist Resident Experience Director (RED) in planning and providing activities that support and maintain the residents’ quality of life, and that meet state requirements for addressing residents’ social, physical, spiritual, and mental health.
• Follows and implements programs posted on the Calendar of Events created by the RED that is built around resident life profiles and demonstrate an active, social, and creative environment.
• Assists the RED in maintaining an updated social history and Life Profile of each resident.
• Assists the RED in maintaining a successful “Better Health for a Better Self” program to meet the health and wellness needs of the residents.
• Meets all new residents and families upon arrival, informing them of the activity program and encouraging participation.
• Maintains the inventory of activity supplies and equipment and submits a monthly list of needs to the RED.
• As requested, assists with set up and break down of events of holiday parties.
• As needed, operates, and drives the community bus for resident outings, community outreach opportunities, or another programming away from the community.
• And other duties assigned by supervisor.

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.