Activity Assistant (Trio Sun-Thu)

Thrive Senior Living; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Senior Living in Montvale, New Jersey is seeking an Activity Assistant focused on arts and crafts to join their team. You will plan, organize, and implement activity programs that cater to the interests of residents, ensuring their involvement in a homelike atmosphere.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for both administrative tasks and facilitating a variety of engaging activities, fostering community involvement and resident participation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement activity programs for the community.
• Perform administrative tasks including completing necessary forms.
• Organize and supervise activities based on resident interests.

Job description

ACTIVITY ASSISTANT - Trio (Arts & Crafts Focused) (Sunday-Thursday Schedule)

Job Details

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct activity programs of the community, assuming responsibility and accountability.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, charge slips, ordering of necessary materials, supplies, regulated activity records, or others as directed.
• Prepare community newsletter.
• Organize, schedule, and supervise activities according to the interests expressed by residents.
• Select and supervise volunteers, families, community agencies, etc. to develop and maximize the activity program for residents.
• Work effectively with other members of the department.
• Visit residents to determine their preferences for programs.
• Encourage resident assistance with and participation in scheduled activities.
• Establish and maintain community involvement and create a homelike atmosphere for residents.
• Assist with the transportation of residents to appointments and other outside activities.
• Participate in care plan meetings.
• Perform emergency procedures such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Follow written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the Activities Department.
• Participate in surveys made by authorized government agencies.
• Facilitate the coordination of the Activities Department services and other departments to maintain quality care for residents and offer equal opportunities for employees.