Senior Life Enrichment Assistant

Priority Life Care; Largo (CA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

PTO

Health plans

Telemedicine

Holiday pay

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plan

FSA

Referral bonuses

ZayZoon wages

Job summary

Priority Life Care is seeking an Activities Assistant to enrich residents' lives by coordinating, developing, and maintaining activity programs. You will build connections with residents, promote social engagement, and support a friendly team.

QUALIFICATIONS include a High School Diploma or equivalent, 1 year in activities, CPR/First Aid preferred, and a clean driving record to operate a large vehicle. Prior long-term care or home health experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; minimum of 1 year experience conducting activities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred
• Must have a clean driving record and be able to drive a large resident passenger vehicle
• Prior experience in long-term care, home health or related service industries

Responsibilities

• Promotes self-esteem and social interaction of residents and encourages participation in activities
• Observes, analyzes, and records residents’ participation during activities
• Orders needed supplies (i.e. art and craft supplies, party supplies, etc.) and tracks inventory
• Provides bedside activities for residents unable to attend regularly scheduled activities
• Identifies and provides adaptive devices for residents with sensory deficits (i.e., large-print books, tape recorders)
• Updates calendars and, prepares and posts a monthly activity calendar
• Drives the community van/bus as needed
• Reports all concerns and/or complaints to the Activity Director or Administrator
• Complies with state, federal, and all other applicable health care and safety standards
• Promotes and exemplifies the Priority Life Care mission and values at all times

Skills

Experience coordinating activities

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR and First Aid

Driving required

Long-term care experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Priority Life Care is seeking an Activities Assistant to enrich residents' lives by coordinating, developing, and maintaining activity programs. You will build connections with residents, promote social engagement, and support a friendly team.

QUALIFICATIONS include a High School Diploma or equivalent, 1 year in activities, CPR/First Aid preferred, and a clean driving record to operate a large vehicle. Prior long-term care or home health experience is a plus.