Activities Assistant

BETHESDA GROUP•Springfield, MO

20d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Join our vibrant senior living community as an Activities Assistant and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our cherished residents! At The Gardens at Springfield we believe in creating an enriching environment where every day is an opportunity for joy, connection, and fulfillment. As a valued member of our team, you will play a role in organizing and facilitating engaging activities that promote physical, mental and emotional well-being for our residents. We are thrilled to offer a $1,500 sign on bonus to welcome a passionate and dedicated Activities Assistant who shares our commitment to creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for our senior community. The available shift is for Tuesday through Saturday. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Plans, organizes and participates in daily activities and special events. Assists in conducting New Resident Orientation. Tracks attendance and encourages residents to participate in activities. Conducts daily activities following community’s policies and procedures. Interacts with residents and their families to ensure activity needs of residents are being met. Provides transportation for residents using time management and customer service skills. Assumes duties of Activity Director in his/her absence. Assists in the development of the monthly activities calendar that provides a variety of activities that will stimulate interest by the residents. Assists the Activity Director in development of the quarterly newsletter that is used as an information tool for residents and families in addition to being a marketing tool for the community. Assists in maintaining an inventory of activity supplies and ensures supplies are in proper working order and stored in a safe manner. Maintains confidentiality of residents’ personal information in and out of the community and protects and supports residents’ rights. Assists with tours and inquires as needed Ensures coverage is scheduled to maintain resident activity schedule. Recruits and assists in organizing volunteers. Assists the Activities Director in promoting resident participation in daily activities. Educates residents on Emergency Plan. Participates in and assists with procedures associated with emergency drills and actual emergency situations within the community Demonstrates a SERVANT heart and attitude by following our Mission Statement.

Requirements

Must possess knowledge of activities that will meet residents’ mental, physical, social, and spiritual needs.
Must possess excellent writing and editing skills
Must be able to multitask and work with frequent interruptions.
Must possess excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to communicate with residents, families, and staff.
Must show compassion and genuinely care for the elderly and disabled.
Must be knowledgeable of the location of the MSDS sheets on hazardous materials and able to understand the guidelines.
Must be able to work independently and as a team to prioritize work load as emergencies arise.
Must possess current, active driver’s license with an excellent driving record. A CDL may be required for large vans in accordance with state requirements.
Must have working knowledge of personal computers, scanners, digital cameras, copiers and printers.
High school degree or equivalent preferred.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a care facility desired.
Certified Activity Director, Recreational Therapist, or Occupational Therapist is desired.
Must have previous experience in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), Publisher, Print Shop, and the ability to work with other applicable software.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes and participates in daily activities and special events.
Assists in conducting New Resident Orientation.
Tracks attendance and encourages residents to participate in activities.
Conducts daily activities following community’s policies and procedures.
Interacts with residents and their families to ensure activity needs of residents are being met.
Provides transportation for residents using time management and customer service skills.
Assumes duties of Activity Director in his/her absence.
Assists in the development of the monthly activities calendar that provides a variety of activities that will stimulate interest by the residents.
Assists the Activity Director in development of the quarterly newsletter that is used as an information tool for residents and families in addition to being a marketing tool for the community.
Assists in maintaining an inventory of activity supplies and ensures supplies are in proper working order and stored in a safe manner.
Maintains confidentiality of residents’ personal information in and out of the community and protects and supports residents’ rights.
Assists with tours and inquires as needed
Ensures coverage is scheduled to maintain resident activity schedule.
Recruits and assists in organizing volunteers.
Assists the Activities Director in promoting resident participation in daily activities.
Educates residents on Emergency Plan.
Participates in and assists with procedures associated with emergency drills and actual emergency situations within the community
Demonstrates a SERVANT heart and attitude by following our Mission Statement.