Activities Assistant

Unique Homes & Lumber • Bartonville, IL

16d • $15 - $18

About The Position

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care operates assisted living and memory care communities in Illinois, Indiana, and Florida. The Activities Assistant leads recreational programs and helps create opportunities for residents to participate, connect with others, and remain engaged in community life. The role includes welcoming new residents, planning events and celebrations, and maintaining activity records. Driving a company vehicle may be required, depending on the community.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Able to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Able to write simple correspondence.
• Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Able to work various schedules and shifts as needed.
• Weekends are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned activity programs.
• Offer adequate and varied recreational activities to residents, with sufficient supervision for each activity.
• Develop programs for residents, including programs for residents confined to their rooms when applicable.
• Engage and motivate residents to encourage participation in programs.
• Inform residents about upcoming activities and maintain a current schedule of events on the bulletin board.
• Welcome new residents, make an effort to include and engage them in activities, and introduce them to others in the community with similar interests and backgrounds.
• Assist with planning parties and activities, decorating the community for seasons and holidays, and planning monthly birthday parties for residents.
• Support and actively participate in the community’s census-building initiatives.
• Assist with maintaining records of activities, resident participation levels, and resident acceptance of activities as required by state law.
• Drive a company vehicle from the community to social and other destinations if required by the community.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time staff.
• Paid time off that accrues immediately for full-time staff.
• Company-paid life insurance for full-time staff.
• Short-term disability insurance for full-time staff.
• Long-term disability insurance for full-time staff.
• Accident insurance for full-time staff.
• 401(k) with matching starting immediately upon hire for full-time staff.
• DailyPay advanced pay product for all staff.
• Discounted meals while working ($3 per meal) for all staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed