Activities Assistant

Be a part of the Saint Therese - IHM Senior Living Community! We are looking for an experienced Activity Assistant (Full-time) to work in our 5-star healthcare facility in Monroe, Michigan. The Activities Assistant is responsible to assist the Activities Director in developing, organizing and implementing the activity program for the residents, assist in programming a monthly activity calendar, assist in resident assessments and record keeping, attend meetings, inservices and workshops as directed and drive fleet vehicles as needed. This full-time position will work 9:00am – 5:30pm with rotating weekends and holidays.

IHM SLC offers:

A totally renovated, private, home-like, peace filled environment located on a beautiful campus. Friendly co-workers with an emphasis on teamwork and quality. Opportunities to use skills, training, and expertise to provide care for IHM sisters as well as other residents within our campus.

A competitive compensation package which includes the following benefits:

• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance (Company Paid)
• Short term disability

Qualifications 

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: Trained and certified for activities or comparable experience with the elderly is preferred.

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:    

• Enthusiasm and interest in people, especially in regard to working with the elderly.

• Vision and creativity in planning activities for residents.

• Ability to learn, understand and support the IHM mission and values.

• Ability to work collaboratively.

• Ability to direct and supervise groups and individuals in social, educational and recreational programs.

• Ability to inspire team spirit and support of staff and volunteers.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to follow direction.

• Good physical health and emotional stability.

• Valid driver license and good driving record.

• Experience with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

• Ability to lift, push, pull, bend, stoop and move equipment, supplies, etc. throughout the day as necessary.

• Ability to speak, read and understand the English language.

• Possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so the requirements of this position can be fully met.

• Ability to maintain good relationships with others, regardless of personal preferences.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, Disabled.