Activities Assistant

HOPEWEST • Grand Junction, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Assistant is responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading engaging activities that promote socialization, cognitive stimulation, physical well-being, and overall quality of life for participants. This role works closely with the Activities Coordinator and program staff to ensure activities are person-centered, safe, and enjoyable. The Assistant will create an environment of warmth, caring, respect, and acceptance for the participants, act as a member of the interdisciplinary team as needed, and assist with day center meals and snacks. HopeWest is a mission-driven organization that values its employees as ambassadors who uphold its strong reputation in the community.

Requirements

• Experience working with older adults is required.
• Current SERV Safe Food Protection certification or obtained within first month of employment.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, unlimited access to reliable transportation, and adequate automobile insurance maintained throughout employment.
• Proficient in computer programs, particularly Microsoft office products.
• Current CPR certification is maintained throughout employment.
• Ability to learn EMR charting systems.
• Effectively and respectfully communicate both verbally and in writing in a multitude of situations and settings, including highly emotional interactions.
• Effectively work with and build relationships with others.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years’ experience in planning and leading activities preferred.
• Experience working with clients who have some cognitive impairment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead engaging activities that promote socialization, cognitive stimulation, physical well-being, and overall quality of life for participants.
• Works closely with the Activities Coordinator and program staff to ensure activities are person centered, safe, and enjoyable.
• Creating an environment of warmth, caring, respect and acceptance for the participants.
• Acts as member of interdisciplinary team as needed.
• Assists with day center meals and snacks

Benefits

• UMR Health, Delta Dental, and VSP Vision insurance effective the month following start date.
• Immediately start accruing PTO and medical leave.
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program.
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations.
• Up to 3% match on 403B retirement.
• Employer paid life insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

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