Temporary Senior Activities Assistant — Engage Residents

Tampa Gardens Senior Living; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa Gardens Senior Living seeks a Temporary Activities Assistant to energize residents through diverse leisure programs. You will support the Activities Director in delivering activities that meet the spiritual, cultural, physical, intellectual, and social needs of our elderly community.

Responsibilities include planning and implementing events, leading group activities, sing-alongs, and exercise classes, and assisting with gardening and holiday decorations.

Qualifications

• Experience in activities with seniors (dementia or retirement community).
• Strong organization, planning, and ability to engage/re-direct seniors.
• Energetic and kind demeanor.
• Experience operating VCR, DVD, and stereo equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Support the organization's mission, vision, and culture.
• Deliver activities on schedule with regular attendance and punctuality.
• Encourage resident attendance at events.
• Assist with planning and implementing events and activities.
• Assist with group activities, sing-alongs, and exercise classes.
• Conduct activity programs as assigned.
• Assist residents with gardening projects.
• Assist with decorations for holidays and special occasions.

Skills

Experience with seniors/dementia

Organization/planning

Energy and kindness

VCR/DVD/stereo operation

First Aid certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

VCR/DVD/stereo system

Job description

Tampa Gardens Senior Living seeks a Temporary Activities Assistant to energize residents through diverse leisure programs. You will support the Activities Director in delivering activities that meet the spiritual, cultural, physical, intellectual, and social needs of our elderly community.

Responsibilities include planning and implementing events, leading group activities, sing-alongs, and exercise classes, and assisting with gardening and holiday decorations.