What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Life Enrichment & Activities Assistant position at Presbyterian Senior Living?
Up to $18/ hour (with experience) | 8am - 4pm | Occasional Weekends & Holidays
Looking for a rewarding, purpose driven career focused on helping others? Are you interested in working for a well-established not-for-profit organization that honors staff and lives our values of Mutual Respect; Trust; Connectedness; and Creative Curiosity? If this sounds like you then you may find your fit with Presbyterian Senior Living.
The Community Life Enrichment and Activities Assistant is responsible for planning and leading programs that bring purpose and meaning to the lives of the individuals who are residents or short-term rehabilitation guests. This position is charged with engaging people to live their best lives and have a good day.
Qualifications
Looking for a rewarding, purpose driven career focused on helping others? Are you interested in working for a well-established not-for-profit organization that honors staff and lives our values of Mutual Respect; Trust; Connectedness; and Creative Curiosity? If this sounds like you then you may find your fit with Presbyterian Senior Living.
The Community Life Enrichment and Activities Assistant is responsible for planning and leading programs that bring purpose and meaning to the lives of the individuals who are residents or short-term rehabilitation guests. This position is charged with engaging people to live their best lives and have a good day.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous healthcare experience preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to interpret instructions (written and verbal)
- Strong customer service skills
- Capable of working independently or as a team
- Computer skills
- Creative thinking and positive attitude
- Plan and run resident activities (arts, crafts, dance, music, exercise, brain games and sensory stimulation).
- Create diverse programs to meet resident needs.
- Perform timely documentation.
- Ensure care plans are up-to-date and accurate.
- Keep clinical staff updated on changes to resident or guest condition.
- Safely transport residents and guests to programs.
- Encourage residents to participate in scheduled events.
- Arrange physical environment in preparation for activities to ensure resident and guest safety.
- Create a welcoming and festive environment for residents and guests.
- Promote and support culture of patient centered care and service.
