Activities Assistant

When you work at Havenwood of Burnsville, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!

The Activities Assistant supports the planning and implementation of a diverse activity program aimed at addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of residents.

Pay Range: $19-$22 per hour, based on experience.

Flexible Hours!

PRINCIPAL DUTIES Essential Job Duties

• Assist in planning and coordinating activities, including reality orientation, current events, discussion groups, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, religious services, special entertainment, outings, special events, and one-on-one visits.
• Help prepare and distribute the monthly calendar and newsletter.
• Assist in purchasing supplies for activities as needed.
• Distribute mail to residents daily.
• Direct the movement of residents to and from recreational areas.
• Announce scheduled activities over the intercom at least fifteen minutes prior to the activity.
• Coordinate and supervise volunteer activities, including training and support.
• Maintain accurate documentation of resident activity attendance.
• Plan and coordinate activities in the absence of the Activity Coordinator.
  
  

Other Duties

• Attend in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Perform specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
  
  

HOSPITALITY FOCUS

Our community embraces a culture of hospitality, guided by the following promises:

• Greet residents, employees, and guests warmly, by name, and with a smile.
• Treat everyone with courteous respect.
• Anticipate and respond to the needs of residents, employees, and guests.
• Listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.
• Hold ourselves and one another accountable.
• Embrace and value our differences.
• Make residents, employees, and guests feel important.
• Ask, "Is there anything else I can do for you?"
• Maintain professionalism in conduct and appearance at all times.
• Pay attention to details.
  
  

WELLNESS FOCUS

Employees are expected to foster a healthy community culture through a whole-person approach to wellness, encompassing eight dimensions: Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual, and Vocational. This holistic approach ensures residents' wellness needs are met, positively impacting both residents and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• One year of experience in a social or recreational program in a licensed healthcare setting preferred.
• Background in music, art, drama, or dance therapy preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, and squatting for approximately 60% of the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to push residents weighing up to 250 lbs. in gerichairs and/or wheelchairs.
• Must be able to read, speak English, hear, and sit/walk intermittently throughout the day.
• May be exposed to communicable diseases, chemicals, offensive odors, and combative behavior.
  
  

Benefits

• · 401(k)
• · 401(k) matching
• · Dental insurance
• · Employee assistance program
• · Flexible schedule
• · Flexible spending account
• · Health insurance
• · Health savings account
• · Life insurance
• · Paid time off
• · Referral program
• · Tuition reimbursement
• · Vision insurance