What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant position at Celebrate Senior Living of Moline?
At Celebrate Senior Living of Moline, we love what we do and have fun while we're doing it! Working with our residents is an adventure. They've led amazing lives and have the stories to prove it. Here, you'll join a community of incredible residents and a company dedicated to providing the highest quality of service and care.
Position Summary
Assist the Activities Director in the development, organization, coordination, and implementation of comprehensive therapeutic recreation services and programs that meet the needs and interests of each resident.
Shift: 1st shift 9:00am-5:00pm Every Other Weekend required
Job Description
A. RECREATION SERVICES
Duties: Facilitate group programs as assigned in a timely and efficient manner. Complete required documentation. Contribute to resident care planning preparation. Provide individual programming as assigned. Maintain activity department supplies and equipment. Assist with planning and leadership of special events. Invite, encourage and assist residents participation in activity functions. Document attendance and refusals.
B. VOLUNTEER COORDINATION
Duties: Evaluate the need for volunteer services within the facility. Recruit, interview, select, and place volunteers to meet the residents’ needs. Develop and supervise volunteer orientation and training to ensure positive relations.
C. SAFETY
Duties: Comply with support the center’s policies related to all safety and infection control procedures including the proper use of mechanical lifts, gait belts and personal protective equipment.
Benefits
- Competitive starting wage
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Generous Vacation plan
- Paid Time Off
- Internal Growth Opportunities
- Positive work environment
- Regular staff Appreciation and Recognition
Qualifications
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Previous experience in a social or recreational program coordination preferred.
- Must hold or acquire required state licenses and/or certificates.
- Must have ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary at accomplishing the job.
- Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.
- Must maintain regular attendance.
- Must meet all local health regulations and pass post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation, and reference inquiry.
Celebrate Senior Living is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employees; free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
