Activity Assistant Part Time

CareerArc; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a Celebrations Coordinator to enhance the lives of residents through engaging activities and events. This role involves planning, coordinating, and facilitating programs that promote health, wellbeing, and social interaction among residents. You will work closely with a dynamic team to create a vibrant community atmosphere, ensuring that every resident feels valued and engaged. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Access to wages before payday

Flexible scheduling options

Paid time off and Holidays

Comprehensive benefit package

401(K) with employer matching

Paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Meals and uniforms

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Preferred Associate's degree or equivalent from a technical school.
• 1-3 years experience in assisted living or senior care.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct programs for residents' physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Coordinate events and manage activity programs with volunteers.
• Maintain records and reports on resident participation and satisfaction.

Skills

Event Planning

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Morada Senior Living:

Morada Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Colorado. Our company, which was built on our “Pillars of Excellence,” employs thousands of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for our residents.

Morada Senior Living is hiring a Celebrations Coordinator for our community Morada Lake Arlington

We offer rewarding career opportunities that include:

• Competitive wages
• Access to wages before payday
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meals and uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

The Activities Coordinator assists in the development and oversight of resident services, including planning and coordinating opportunities for residents that promote a level of health, wellbeing, engagement and growth.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in planning, scheduling and conducting programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for the residents.
• Assists, invites and encourages residents to participate in activities.
• Assesses, plans and manages facilitation of a comprehensive activities program utilizing team members and volunteers.
• Attends all community planned functions and coordinates event from beginning to end including set-up, running, and breaking down for the event.
• Helps plan appropriate programs for holidays and special events.
• Coordinates holiday decorations for the community.
• Coordinates with other departments to ensure that all equipment and supplies are available for activities and special events.
• Plans, coordinates and facilitates appropriate mixed group (assisted living and Memory Care) activities.
• Facilitates regularly scheduled and specialized activities (in the Memory Care program).
• Maintains activity areas in an orderly manner.
• Assists in maintaining an inventory of activity and programming supplies, games, programs and craft services.
• As applicable, responsible for daily care of any animals and/or plants within the activities program and services.
• Prepares and organizes a calendar of events. Submits the calendar to the Executive Director for final approval. Posts and distributes the calendar.
• Distributes community newsletter.
• Meets with new residents to introduce the program.
• Assists Director in leadership of wellness program.
• Organizes and supervises a volunteer staff.
• Addresses resident groups and other groups on subjects of common interest.
• Maintains a database and prepares reports on resident assessments, participation and satisfaction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school is preferred
• One to three years experience preferred in assisted living, long term care or experience/exposure to the senior population.

If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!

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