Activities Assistant - Senior Living

Kisco Senior Living•Virginia Beach, VA

7d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Assistant @ First Colonial Inn is responsible for creating meaningful, engaging, and purposeful experiences that enhance the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual well-being of our residents. This individual is an energetic, compassionate team player who builds genuine relationships with residents while delivering high-quality programs that promote independence, joy, and a true sense of community. This position requires creativity, flexibility, enthusiasm, and a passion for serving older adults. Every interaction should leave residents feeling valued, included, and encouraged.

Requirements

Bring a smile to work every day
Be a great team player
High school graduate
One to two years’ experience in Life Enrichment programs (preferably with seniors)
Experience leading exercise classes and assisting with exercise equipment
Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including: Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom applications
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
Valid driver’s license and proof of good driving record
First Aid Certification

Nice To Haves

Background in different dimensions of Art of Living Well is beneficial

Responsibilities

Assist Life Enrichment Director to present programs that meet the emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual and vocational needs of the residents and staff
Promote and monitor resident attendance and participation in all Art of Living Well programs
Teach and facilitate programs as appropriate
Monitor residents’ well-being in a general way and report any changes in condition to the appropriate associate/department immediately
Assist residents with requests as needed or find appropriate associate to assist
Learn resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations and enhance resident satisfaction
Implement a variety of group and individual Art of Living Well programs that meet the varying needs of the residents and staff
Respond to residents individually to meet their Life Enrichment needs based on activity level, acuity, interests, and feedback
Work with volunteers and community groups as needed to implement various programs and events
Assist in setting up/tearing down Life Enrichment and community events as needed
Work as part of the team within your department and across the community
Perform function ability assessments and quality of life indexes for participants, as requested
Assist with scheduling transportation as required
Drive vehicles as necessary
Support open and honest communication with and between all associates
Represent the company PVBs and The Art of Living Well on a daily basis
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis
Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately
Support continuous improvement
Comply with company standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient community operations
Adhere to all regulations, laws and company standards, including the Associate Handbook
Understand and support the community sales process
Perform other related duties as required