Are you passionate about caring for Seniors? Come Join Our Dynamic Team!
Are you looking for a way to advance your Activities Specialist career? Are you motivated by making a difference in the lives of the people you serve? Do you value quality relationships, excellent customer service and integrity? If so, we want to meet you! La Posada is looking for full time, day shift, Activities Specialist to join our dynamic team.
Why is La Posada the right place to expand your career?

• Excellent work/life balance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match
• Excellent health insurance
• Mileage incentive program if you live over 15 miles away
• Beautiful campus with free on-site fitness center
• Discount at Los Nios del Valle pre-school

Activity Program

• Oversee preparation and serving of snacks and delivery of noon meal to participants while adhering to all safety and sanitary food service procedures.
• Complete daily log of activities for each participant.
• Meet with new participants and/or caregivers to assess activity interests and needs of new participants.
• Assist with developing plan of care for each participant and give input at care conferences.
• Facilitate participant council quarterly meetings.
• Participate in the planning and coordination of activities for the intergenerational program.
• Establish and maintain the publishing of scheduled activities, special events and field trips for distribution via calendar and postings.
• Maintain an inventory of adequate program supplies for activities and miscellaneous food items.
• Produce and keep up to date participants' daily sign in sheets.

Volunteer Responsibilities

• Provide initial and ongoing training and supervision to all program volunteers.
• Oversee the maintenance, cleaning, and preparation of the facility.
• Co-facilitate bi-annual volunteer meetings including arranging for in-service education programs.

Program - General

• Contract or hire, schedule, and coordinate entertainers for the program.
• From observations and interactions with participants, note and report any noticeable change in participant physical or emotional behavior.
• Participate in monthly staff meetings to assure needs of participants and program are being met.
• Recognize and respect the rights of program participants and maintain participant confidentiality at all times.
• Conduct self in a professional manner at all times while acting as a representative of Adult Day Services.
• Be proactive and assume additional responsibilities within the scope of program needs.
• Lead trips away from the Center, including scheduling volunteers and caregivers who may also accompany participants.
• Provide daily direction to Health Aides in leading large and small group and individual activities.
• Support development and implementation of "Be Our Guest" events to introduce ADS program to new participants and caregivers and provide a safe social outlet for current participants and caregivers. Support includes, but is not limited to suggesting entertainment, activities and table settings.
• Produce a monthly calendar in google docs. Make sure that print-copies of the daily calendar are accessible to participants, caregivers and other interested people throughout the month.
• Take pictures of participants engaged in activities
• Contribute to nurses' "blog" and to Progress Notes/Chart regarding changes in participants' program participation.
• Responsible for prudently managing a budget for activity supplies, special food, decorations, etc.

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Associate's Degree (two-year college or technical school) Preferred
Experience: One-year experience working with seniors.Past experience working with volunteers preferred.
Computer Skills : Microsoft Office, social media, zoom, google docs
Certifications & Licenses: CPR, First Aide, background check, finger prints or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
Apply today to start your new adventure!
*We strongly value diversity and believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to join our team. We embrace the unique perspectives and experiences that each person brings, as it enhances our creativity, teamwork, and overall success.*