Activities Assistant (Memory Care) - Full-Time
About The Position
When you work at Clarendale of Algonquin, 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! We are looking for a compassionate and creative Activities Assistant to support our senior citizen residents in our Memory Care department. In this role you will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and leading meaningful activities that are appropriate to the needs and interests of Memory Care residents and are conducive to their physical, mental and social well-being. Here are a few of the daily responsibilities: Support resident wellness by planning and leading diverse and engaging activity programs to meet the needs our resident population, including seniors in need of physical assistance and seniors in varying stages of memory loss. Assist the Director of Life Enrichment with planning, scheduling, and coordinating activities for residents, including special or seasonal events, following the guidelines of several Life Enrichment programs (Lifestyles and Health Services, Embrace the World, Ambassador, and Heartfelt Connections Memory Care Program). Lead daily resident activities for Memory Care residents to support resident engagement and mental health, per our Community standards. Assist with preparing and distributing monthly event calendars for residents and staff to raise awareness of activities in the community and promote communication. Drive our small bus to and from church services, shopping, or other resident errands. Partner with leadership and other staff to address resident needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree preferred.
- Six months' experience working with seniors in activities or life enrichment preferred.
- Memory Care experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support resident wellness by planning and leading diverse and engaging activity programs to meet the needs our resident population, including seniors in need of physical assistance and seniors in varying stages of memory loss.
- Assist the Director of Life Enrichment with planning, scheduling, and coordinating activities for residents, including special or seasonal events, following the guidelines of several Life Enrichment programs (Lifestyles and Health Services, Embrace the World, Ambassador, and Heartfelt Connections Memory Care Program).
- Lead daily resident activities for Memory Care residents to support resident engagement and mental health, per our Community standards.
- Assist with preparing and distributing monthly event calendars for residents and staff to raise awareness of activities in the community and promote communication.
- Drive our small bus to and from church services, shopping, or other resident errands.
- Partner with leadership and other staff to address resident needs.
Benefits
- Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in our employee benefit options, including medical coverage, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with matching contributions, an employee assistance program, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
