Activity Assistant- Senior Living
West Bay Holdings 7 LLC•Los Angeles, CA
2d
About The Position
Responsible for assisting the Director of Inspiration in planning, scheduling and coordinating meaningful activities appropriate to the needs and interests of residents and conducive to their physical, mental and social well-being. Help to ensure the activity programs are appropriately presented by staff.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent in education, training and experience
- One-year activities/life enrichment experience working with seniors
- Ability to speak, read and comprehend the English language
- Knowledge of special needs of residents (physical, mental and social)
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products
- Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and/or Adobe Reader
- Must have strong interpersonal skills working with seniors; ability to read, write and speak the English language.
- Must possess patience and sensitivity to others needs
- Ability to work with community groups
- Willingness to work beyond normal working hours
- Must possess current and valid driver’s license consistent with the requirements determined by size of vehicle and laws of the state in which the driver is licensed.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Life Enrichment with scheduling and coordinating all resident activities on a monthly basis.
- Assist with preparation and distribution of weekly program contents.
- Assist with gathering information, articles, and photos for newsletter.
- Assist with planning and coordinating special events including events for seasonal holidays.
- Assist in planning and conducting arts program, entertainment for special events, monthly birthday parties, group games, weekly religious services and individual independent projects that reflect the “Life Enrichment” activities.
- Assist in maintaining an adequate supply of books, puzzles, magazines and games.
- May be responsible for transporting residents to appointments, as well as regular and special recreational outings.
- Assist the Director in communicating information to the Nursing department regarding activity ability changes in status that may require resident Care Plan updates.
- Report all program policy/procedures discrepancies to the Director of Life Enrichment.
- Other duties will be assigned as needed
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
