Activity Assistant

Serenity Estates; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Serenity Estates of Lincolnshire is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Assistant for a full-time role in Lincolnshire, IL. You will help manage weekly and monthly activity schedules and work closely with residents to promote engagement.

The position requires excellent communication, teamwork, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a Skilled Nursing setting, with a focus on dignity and well-being of residents.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Artistic and creative skills are highly preferred.
• Proven reliability and time management.
• Knowledge of patient/resident rights and maintaining safety and dignity.

Responsibilities

• Transport residents to scheduled daily activities.
• Assist in planning and coordinating the activity calendar with the Activity Director.
• Coordinate with other departments and community partners to maintain activity programs.
• Engage residents to promote participation in activities.
• Maintain a positive attitude and upbeat demeanor.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Creativity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Activity Assistant

Lincolnshire, Illinois

Serenity Estates of Lincolnshire

Full-Time Position

Serenity Estates of Lincolnshire is currently accepting applications for our Full Time Activities Assistant opportunity. This opportunity will play a vital role in assisting with weekly and monthly activity schedules and works closely with our residents

Responsibilities

• Assist in transporting residents to scheduled daily activities
• Works closely with the Activity Director in planning and coordinating the activity calendar.
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility and outside community health, welfare, and social agencies to ensure that activity programs are properly maintained to meet the needs of patients/residents.
• Resident engagement to promote participation in each activity.
• Maintain an excellent attitude and demeanor, with an upbeat personality
• Perform other essential functions and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication skills, especially verbal/oral communication.
• Must be able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Artistic and creative skills highly preferred
• He/she must prove to be extremely reliable.
• Must have excellent time management abilities.
• Knowledgeable of patient/resident rights and promotes an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be comfortable working in a skilled nursing environment