Engaging Activities Assistant (Part-Time) - Wellness & Events

Evergreen Healthcare Group; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center in Tacoma, Washington is seeking an Activities Assistant to help coordinate, plan and support resident activity programs. This part-time role offers 30 hours per week and requires a high school diploma with preferred state-certified activities training or experience with older adults.

Responsibilities include assisting with calendar programs, one-to-one activity support, decorating for holidays, and coordinating with staff to move residents to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• State certified activities training or 1+ year experience with older adults.
• Valid driver’s license and access to private vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out activity programs per monthly calendar and as instructed by the Activities Director.
• Provide one-to-one programming for residents who cannot participate in a group setting.
• Assist in decorating for holidays with residents and volunteers and help carry out special events.
• Coordinate with the activities director and other staff to assist residents to and from activities and events.
• Maintain equipment and supplies, and organize activities storage areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Assist in carrying out activities and events in the absence of the Activities Director.
• Assist with quarterly special events that include residents, families, friends and the community at large.
• Work with community resources and contacts to enhance the quality of life for residents as instructed by Activities Director.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

State certified activities training program or 1+ year experience with older adults

Valid driver’s license and access to private vehicle

Job description

Alaska Gardens Health and Rehabilitation Center in Tacoma, Washington is seeking an Activities Assistant to help coordinate, plan and support resident activity programs. This part-time role offers 30 hours per week and requires a high school diploma with preferred state-certified activities training or experience with older adults.

Responsibilities include assisting with calendar programs, one-to-one activity support, decorating for holidays, and coordinating with staff to move residents to