Activities Assistant

Mira Vie at Warren • Warren, NJ

6d

About The Position

Welcome to Distinctive Living , we're seeking an Activities Assistant (Part-Time) for our Mira Vie Warren location. Must be comfortable and experienced in Memory Care. Sunday & Monday - 9a-5p Here at Distinctive Living , we want our people to realize their full potential. We're passionate about personal and professional growth and will do everything we can to help you flourish. We deeply care about our team-members and partners and strive to provide a culture where people feel valued and inspired. The Activities Assistant Oversees all resident activities within a managed community, including organizing both internal and external events, assisting residents with off-site entertainment, evaluating resident interests to develop programs that reflect their needs, and maintaining communication with their direct supervisor on all relevant matters. Benefits when choosing a career with Distinctive: Medical, Dental and Vision benefits Paid Time Off 401k Retirement Plan & Life Insurance Team Member Assistance Program Essential Functions The Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting with the daily delivery of resident centered activities and programs for the Mira Vie Community while meeting and/or exceeding Mira Vie quality standards. Assess resident interest and activity needs at time of move-in and ongoing by completing the Resident Interest Worksheet and meeting with all new residents within 7 days of move-in to determine what level of activities residents request to be a part of. Orients all residents to activity program and how to access activities. Assist in maintaining a balanced resident centered activity program for the Mira Vie community following the Resident Experience Program guidelines and direction from immediate supervisor. Responsible for providing transportation for residents to appointments, activities, and outings as directed by the Resident Experience Director. This includes both scheduled and on-demand trips. Coordinates all transportation needs-including medical visits and leisure outings such as sightseeing and destination events-in collaboration with the assisted living community. Resident outings will be featured on the monthly activity calendar and staffed accordingly. Compliant with Safety Committee Standard. Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment, Fire Extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets. Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions which assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors. Performs other duties as assigned or needed. Able to drive residents to outings as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must have proven management experience and ability to manage staff
• Minimum of three years' experience in assisted living preferred
• Clean Driving Record

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred in Social Service, Business, or a field related to the position
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversees all resident activities within a managed community, including organizing both internal and external events
• Assisting residents with off-site entertainment
• Evaluating resident interests to develop programs that reflect their needs
• Maintaining communication with their direct supervisor on all relevant matters
• Assisting with the daily delivery of resident centered activities and programs for the Mira Vie Community while meeting and/or exceeding Mira Vie quality standards
• Assess resident interest and activity needs at time of move-in and ongoing by completing the Resident Interest Worksheet and meeting with all new residents within 7 days of move-in to determine what level of activities residents request to be a part of
• Orients all residents to activity program and how to access activities
• Assist in maintaining a balanced resident centered activity program for the Mira Vie community following the Resident Experience Program guidelines and direction from immediate supervisor
• Responsible for providing transportation for residents to appointments, activities, and outings as directed by the Resident Experience Director. This includes both scheduled and on-demand trips
• Coordinates all transportation needs-including medical visits and leisure outings such as sightseeing and destination events-in collaboration with the assisted living community
• Resident outings will be featured on the monthly activity calendar and staffed accordingly
• Compliant with Safety Committee Standard
• Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment, Fire Extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets
• Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions which assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed
• Able to drive residents to outings as needed

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Retirement Plan & Life Insurance
• Team Member Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED