What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant position at Monarch Communities?
Company Description
The heart of Monarch Communities senior living is wellness. The belief that the built environment can transform lives by creating spaces that inspire our residents, staff, and guests to live healthier, stronger, and more fulfilling lives is the catalyst behind Monarch's architecture. In every aspect of our communities, Monarch prioritizes the health of our residents and staff by providing an environment specifically designed around wellness. Monarch creates a place where residents and staff can be nourished in spirit, body, and mind.
Join a team of compassionate staff, dedicated to wellness. From the heated indoor pool to the outdoor walkways, Bella Terra offers residents an environment that is as beautiful as it is inviting. It is truly a reflection of who we are: making sure our team, our residents, and our families, remain integrated, active, and relevant for the rest of their lives.
Job Description
Reports To
The Part Time Activities Assistant will report to Program Director. This position is non-exempt, hourly position.
Job Overview
The Part Time Activities Assistant is responsible for implementing assigned activities and programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents within the community. Assumes the responsibility to engage residents to participate in activities and programs each day.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assists with planning and implementing activities that meet the needs and interests of the residents
- Assists with creating resident histories and profiles with resident/family involvement
- Assumes responsibility for set-up and clean-up of daily activities scheduled
- Assists with creating a monthly social program calendar and distributes them to community personnel and residents
- Keeps residents engaged between planned social activities
- Drive the community vehicle for resident outings
Qualifications
Qualifications
- One to two years related experience in leading activities for the elderly
- High school diploma or higher education preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Willing to work flexible hours
- Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications
- Ability to drive the community vehicle for resident outings
Physical Abilities
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
- An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 25 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
