Activity Assistant

The Garlands of Barrington • Barrington, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Regardless of position, Garlands employees have the unique opportunity to connect with members, create joy and happiness, mentor positive energy, inspire others and, most of all, be inspired. The Activity Assistant will assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing the activity programs at The Garlands of Barrington. This role involves providing various recreation activities, encouraging resident participation, creating a positive atmosphere, participating in community outings, maintaining records, coordinating with other departments, distributing newsletters, serving on committees, conducting tours, and assisting with move-ins.

Requirements

• Experience working with Alzheimer’s & Dementia in assisted living or long term care environment
• Proven customer service skills
• Compassion, patience and understanding
• Effective communication skills
• Must complete 16 hours of Dementia Training within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing the activity programs at The Garlands of Barrington.
• Provide recreation activities: reality orientation, current events, discussion groups, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, special entertainment, outings, special events and one-on-one visits.
• Encourage residents to participate in programming by taking the time to personally invite those residents.
• Create an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.
• Participate in community outings off-campus.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of residents' attendance, progress and response to activities in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Coordinate activities with other departments, and modify program content, times, and locations as necessary.
• Distribute the monthly newsletter of activities to every resident, and is able to clearly answer any questions pertaining to the information contained in the newsletter.
• Serve on, participate in, and attend various committees of The Garlands as appointed.
• Conduct tours of the facility and explain available services to prospective families and residents.
• Assist with components of move-ins as assigned and directed by the Administrator.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401k (with match)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Heated, underground parking
• Upscale employee break room
• Employee referral awards
• Employee Assistance Program
• Uniforms provided

What This Job Offers

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