Part-Time Resident Activities Assistant

Allure; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Allure is seeking an Activities Assistant in a Memory Care setting. The role is part-time, with hours from 9:00 to 4:30 and every other weekend 8:30 to 3:30.

Under supervision, you will support the Activities Director in implementing programs tailored to residents’ needs. Responsibilities include documenting interactions, planning evening and weekend events, and arranging in-room activities for residents unable to leave their rooms.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Completes assignments timely, completely and accurately.
• Experience with activities in a Memory Care Unit preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Activity Director in implementing programs of individual and group activities based on residents’ needs.
• Document all interaction with resident and/or family in the assessment, care plan and progress notes as required by federal and state requirements.
• Assist Activity Director in planning and implementing evening and weekend functions as necessary.
• Assist in scheduling and implementing room visits and in-room activities for residents unable to leave their rooms.
• Maintain records of participation in activities and resident response or lack of response to activities.
• Prepare materials and equipment for activities and maintain an adequate supply of materials to implement programs and report to Director.
• Deliver personal mail to residents; read upon request or as appropriate.
• Interact with residents in accordance with resident’s rights and other regulations and facility policies.
• Observe infection control procedures related to the Activity Program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Memory Care experience (preferred)

Job description

Allure is seeking an Activities Assistant in a Memory Care setting. The role is part-time, with hours from 9:00 to 4:30 and every other weekend 8:30 to 3:30.

Under supervision, you will support the Activities Director in implementing programs tailored to residents’ needs. Responsibilities include documenting interactions, planning evening and weekend events, and arranging in-room activities for residents unable to leave their rooms.