Activities Assistant

Bethesda Senior Living Communities•Loveland, CO

33d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Assistant supports residents’ physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being by planning, organizing, and facilitating daily activities and special events in a senior living community. The role also supports resident orientation, activity scheduling, communications, volunteer coordination, transportation, and emergency preparedness. The position is part time, three afternoons per week; the specific days are determined by the hiring manager and may include rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of activities that meet residents’ mental, physical, social, and spiritual needs.
Excellent writing and editing skills.
Ability to multitask and work with frequent interruptions.
Excellent customer-service and interpersonal skills for communicating with residents, families, and staff.
Compassion and genuine care for elderly and disabled people.
Knowledge of where hazardous-material MSDS sheets are located and ability to understand their guidelines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to prioritize workload as emergencies arise.
Current, active driver’s license and excellent driving record.
Previous experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Publisher; Print Shop; and ability to use other applicable software.
Ability to perform strenuous physical work, including occasionally lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds and frequently up to 20 pounds.
Ability to drive or accompany residents to outside activities frequently, sometimes in inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a care facility.
Certified Activity Director, Recreational Therapist, or Occupational Therapist credential.
A CDL may be required for large vans in accordance with state requirements.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and participate in daily activities and special events.
Assist with conducting New Resident Orientation.
Track attendance and encourage residents to participate in activities.
Conduct daily activities in accordance with community policies and procedures.
Interact with residents and families to ensure residents’ activity needs are being met.
Provide transportation for residents using time-management and customer-service skills.
Assume the Activity Director’s duties in their absence.
Assist in developing the monthly activities calendar with a variety of activities to stimulate residents’ interest.
Assist the Activity Director with developing the quarterly newsletter for residents and families and as a community marketing tool.
Help maintain an inventory of activity supplies and ensure supplies are in working order and stored safely.
Maintain confidentiality of residents’ personal information and protect and support residents’ rights.
Assist with tours and inquiries as needed.
Ensure coverage is scheduled to maintain the resident activity schedule.
Recruit and help organize volunteers.
Help promote resident participation in daily activities.
Educate residents about the Emergency Plan.
Participate in and assist with emergency drills and actual emergency situations.
Demonstrate a servant heart and attitude by following the organization’s Mission Statement.