Resident Life Activities Specialist

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement program

Shift differentials

Company-sponsored life insurance

EAP resources

Job summary

The Terraces at Capitol Village is seeking an Activities Assistant to enrich residents' lives through engaging programs and compassionate interaction. This full-time role involves planning, documenting participation, and coordinating activities that support social, physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being.

Responsibilities include developing programs, building resident relationships, and assisting with events while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in an Activities Department, healthcare setting, skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, assisted living community, or related environment preferred.
• Experience working with seniors is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, engaging, and positive environment that enhances residents' quality of life and daily experiences.
• Document resident participation and engagement in scheduled activities and programs.
• Promote the social, physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being of residents through meaningful activities and interactions.
• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing recreational, social, educational, and community-based programs.
• Build positive relationships with residents and encourage participation based on each individual's interests, abilities, and preferences.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support resident care goals and enhance overall resident satisfaction.
• Observe and communicate changes in residents' moods, behaviors, interests, or level of participation to appropriate team members.
• Help prepare, decorate, set up, and break down activities, special events, celebrations, and holiday programs.
• Assist with safely escorting and transporting residents to and from activities and events.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Terraces at Capitol Village is seeking an Activities Assistant to enrich residents' lives through engaging programs and compassionate interaction. This full-time role involves planning, documenting participation, and coordinating activities that support social, physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being.

Responsibilities include developing programs, building resident relationships, and assisting with events while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.