Activity Assistant

Senior living; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and employee-centric community at a leading senior living company. We are looking for a dedicated individual to assist in enhancing the quality of life for our residents through engaging activities. Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting the elderly and promoting their well-being. This role offers opportunities for personal growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact in our residents' lives.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a social or recreational program in healthcare preferred.
• Ability to evaluate residents' needs and adjust programming accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and providing activities for residents' quality of life.
• Meet new residents and families, inform them about the activity program.

Skills

Communication

Enthusiasm

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 5th year in a row. Create your healthcare career with us and learn about all the career growth opportunities we offer.

Have we sparked your interest yet? Apply online and join our wonderful team. Questions about the application process? Come visit us and our staff will be happy to assist you!

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 characteristics protected by law.

Minors must be at least 16 years of age to be employed by Sinceri Senior Living.

Candidates submitted by unsolicited third-party recruiters will not be considered.

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.
• Experience in planning and directing activities for elderly residents, and in organizing special programs for residents, families, and staff.
• Good verbal communication skills, including the ability to give directions in a pleasant and easily understood manner.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities and enlisting support from facility team members for activity programming.
• Ability to evaluate residents' needs and adjust programming accordingly.
• Respond to resident, family, or team concerns in a respectful, patient, and professional manner, elevating concerns to the Administrator as needed.
• Represent the community positively and professionally.
• Current and valid state driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Resident Experience Director (RED) in planning and providing activities that support and maintain residents’ quality of life, meeting state requirements for addressing social, physical, spiritual, and mental health needs.
• Follow and implement programs posted on the Calendar of Events created by the RED, based on resident profiles to foster an active, social, and creative environment.
• Assist the RED in maintaining an updated social history and Life Profile for each resident.
• Support the 'Better Health for a Better Self' program to meet residents' health and wellness needs.
• Meet new residents and families upon arrival, inform them about the activity program, and encourage participation.
• Maintain inventory of activity supplies and equipment, submitting a monthly needs list to the RED.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of holiday event activities.
• Operate and drive the community bus for outings, outreach, or other programming as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.