Activity Assistant

Sinceri Senior Living; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Length of Service Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Access to earned wages

Generous PTO

Career Development

Scheduling system

Medical, Dental, Vision

Discount Marketplace

Wellness rewards

Job summary

Sinceri Senior Living is seeking an individual to assist in planning and delivering activities that enrich residents’ lives in a welcoming, age-friendly setting. You will work under the Resident Experience Director to implement varied programs that meet state requirements and best practices for senior living.

You will help update life histories, coordinate calendars, and support health and wellness initiatives while engaging residents, families, and staff in meaningful activities across the

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication skills and the ability to direct others clearly.
• Ability to motivate residents and coordinate activities with staff.
• Ability to evaluate resident needs and adjust programming as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Resident Experience Director (RED) in planning and providing activities that support residents’ quality of life and meet state requirements.
• Follow programs posted on the Calendar of Events built around resident life profiles.
• Maintain an updated social history and Life Profile of each resident.
• Maintain health and wellness programming under the Better Health for a Better Self initiative.
• Meet new residents and families and promote participation in activities.
• Manage inventory of activity supplies and submit monthly needs to the RED.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of events and drive the community bus when needed.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Enthusiasm

Positive attitude

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 7th 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?

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.

Perks and Benefits

• Earn up to 1% wageincrease every quarter
• 401KRetirement Plan with Safe Harbor matching contribution
• Length ofService Bonus Program of up to $5,000
• EmployeeReferral Bonus of up to $1,000
• Access toearned wages prior to payday
• Generous PTOPlan
• CareerDevelopment
• An employeeengaged scheduling system
• AffordableMedical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Benefits
• Sinceri SeniorLiving Discount Marketplace
• Walking Spreerewards for healthy habits

Oh, and did we mention an amazing Team Environment?

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 able to 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 at least 26 years of age for any driving requirements.
• 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.