Activities Specialist

University Heights Rehab and Care Community • Aurora District, CO

22h • $18 - $21

About The Position

The Activities Specialist assists with planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual programs in accordance with each resident’s assessment and care plan. The role supports group and one-to-one activities, helps residents get to and from programs, prepares activity spaces, and maintains activity materials and a pleasant environment. The specialist also assists the Activity Director with scheduling and distributing activity calendars, following applicable state and federal regulations.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in a related position; healthcare-environment experience preferred.
• Aptitude for and/or some training in arts and crafts.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centered care with dignity, respect, compassion, and integrity, and to the company’s stated values.
• Availability on Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is desirable.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respect residents’ personal and property rights while performing duties, including knocking before entering residents’ rooms.
• Comply with company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist with or conduct assigned group and one-to-one activity programs according to the calendar.
• Move and arrange equipment and supplies so activity areas are ready for scheduled programs.
• Assist residents with moving to and from activities as needed.
• Return activity department materials to their proper place promptly and keep the activity room tidy and pleasant.
• Assist the Activity Director in developing activity schedules, distributing monthly calendars to residents, and posting calendar changes in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Follow each resident’s care plan when providing daily activities.

Benefits

• Generous bonuses.
• Growth opportunities, with the posting stating the opportunity to double your salary.
• Health benefits.
• Medical insurance with prescription benefits.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision care.
• Paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

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