Resident Program Assistant

Commonwealth Senior Living at the Devonshire; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living at the Devonshire is seeking a Program Assistant to support the Program Director in leading Resident Programs in Sweet Memories and Assisted Living. You will help create engaging, safe activities, coordinate calendars, and assist in transportation and events.

The role requires a caring approach to seniors, memory-impaired residents preferred, and the ability to drive the community van. Full-time position with weekend rotation options and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Education or training in a health care field or certified as an activity professional by a recognized accrediting body, preferred but not required.
• Experience working with seniors and memory loss strongly preferred.
• Two years’ experience in activity planning for seniors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Director with planning, developing and preparing physical, social, recreational and educational events.
• Assist with transportation and resident outings.
• Assist with the production of the community monthly calendar.
• Maintain documentation and resident attendance through digital programs.
• Promote a warm, welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
• Encourage teamwork and positive attitude among associates.
• Evaluate activity quality and suggest adjustments as needed.
• Must have a clean driving record and be able to drive the community van.

Skills

Healthcare education

Activity professional cert

Experience with seniors

Two years activities planning

Tech proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Education

Healthcare-related training

Job description

Pay range: $17.00-$$20.00 per hour.

Available shifts: Full-time, Monday thru Friday, including rotating weekends.

The Resident Program Assistant supports the Program Director in leading and executing all Resident Programs in “Sweet Memories” and Assisted Living to ensure the residents remain as engaged, healthy and as active as possible. Supports the Resident Care team to create a safe, holistic, engaged and social environment. The Program Assistant carries out a specific set of tasks to fulfill the standards of Resident Programs as assigned by the Program Director.

Full-time associates are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Additional voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Education or training in a heath care field or certified as an activity professional by a recognized accrediting body, preferred by not required
• Experience working with seniors and those with memory loss strongly preferred.
• Two years’ experience in activity planning for seniors preferred.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of social and psychological needs of residents.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to prioritize, utilize good time management and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’ license, with no major violations within 3 years
• Must, have a working knowledge of and be able to utilize technology effectively.

Areas of Primary Responsibility

• Assists the Program Director with planning, developing and preparing a variety of physical, social, recreational and educational events.
• Assists with transportation and resident outings
• Assists with the production of the community monthly calendar.
• Assists in maintaining documentation and resident attendance through digital programs
• Maintains knowledge of communities, services, and events in the area and incorporates into activity schedule as appropriate.
• Establishes a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
• Promotes teamwork and positive attitude among associates
• Continually evaluates the quality and consistency of activities for residents and suggests adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.
• Must have a clean driving record, and be eligible to be ensured on the company driving policy, and be able to operate a large passenger van safely.
• Other duties as assigned

Physical/Sensory Requirements

• Must be mobile and able to perform the physical requirements of the job. This position requires a variety of physical demands, including the potential for lifting greater than 50 lbs. Long stretches on one’s feet, walking around is to be expected.
• The Activity Assistant is a highly active position, with the person leading physical activities for the residents. The Activity Assistant position requires long stretches on one’s feet and long stretches requiring the person to drive the community van.

Culture Ambassador

Models the core values of the company:

• We Care About People
• We Do the Right Thing
• We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success
• We Speak Up! It’s Our Responsibility
• We Take Ownership and Add Value
• We are Respectful

Ensures all personnel exemplify the core values of the company at all times.