Activity Assistant (Part-time)

Eden Senior Care; Ripon (WI); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Eden Senior Care, located in Ripon, Wisconsin, is seeking a passionate Part-time Activity Assistant to enhance the life of residents through creative activities. The role includes planning, coordinating, and implementing activities that meet residents' needs and promotes wellness.

Ideal candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a passion for working with people, and the ability to manage stressful situations with care. This position is part-time, with shifts varying from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• A passion for working with people.
• Ability to remain calm and adapt to changing situations.
• Ability to work under stress while remaining caring and kind.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and implementing activities for residents' needs.
• Create environments focusing on joy and wellness.
• Help design programs to encourage socialization.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Creativity

Job description

Eden Senior Care, founded in 2016, is a growing Healthcare Management company, focused on managing and operating Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living communities in Minnesota, Wisconsin & Ohio. Our mission with each community is to support their success by providing strong leadership, corporate support, and the resources and tools to realize their goals. Eden promotes and encourages the success of each of its employees and values the individual experience of its guests and their families.

Position

Part-time Activity Assistant

Pay

$16.00 per Hour

Shift Details

• Shifts: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, 4-8 hour shifts may vary.
• Part time – every other weekend, every other holiday, and 1-2 days during the week.
• Paid vacation / Sick time.

Job Functions

• Assist with planning, coordinating and implementing activities to meet the physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual and emotional needs of residents.
• Create environments where moments of joy, independence, and wellness are the focus each and every day.
• Help design programs to encourage socialization.
• Provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment and improve daily living skills.
• Prepare and maintain reports on residents' progress.
• Ensure activity areas are safe and well maintained.
• Generate enthusiasm to encourage and motivate participation.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• A passion for working with people.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal.
• Problem-solving skills.
• The ability to remain calm and adapt to changing situations.
• Ability to work under stress while remaining caring and kind.
• Ability to understand and work in a variety of situations in a positive and constructive manner.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to be imaginative, creative, and innovative.
• Musical/arts & crafts experience preferred.