Activity Assistant - Part-time- 1st shift

GardantCharleston, IL
$15 - $16Onsite

About The Position

The Activity Assistant is a part-time, 1st shift position responsible for engaging with residents in a compassionate and impactful manner, cultivating a warm and supportive environment where the values of love, compassion, and dignity are reflected in every interaction. This role involves driving a company van for outings, interviewing residents, documenting participation, managing activity supplies, planning programs, coordinating the community newsletter, working with the resident council, and assisting with shopping orders. Continuous learning and development are encouraged through educational seminars and staff meetings.

Requirements

  • High school graduate or GED equivalent
  • Must hold valid driver’s license
  • A minimum of 21 years of age preferred with driving record in good standing
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Drives company van on organized outings, as needed
  • Interviews residents upon admission to determine their likes and dislikes
  • Documents the resident’s participation in activities daily
  • Plans and maintains an inventory list of activity equipment and supplies
  • Evaluates the overall effectiveness of the resident’s activity program and, as necessary, modifies the program to meet the resident’s needs and interests
  • Plans and coordinates the Community newsletter
  • Coordinates with the resident council to ensure resident input into the activity program
  • Coordinates resident shopping orders for those unable to shop independently
  • Engages with residents in a compassionate and impactful manner, cultivating a warm and supportive environment where the values of love, compassion, and dignity are reflected in every interaction
  • Engage in continuous learning and development opportunities through attendance and participation in educational seminars, staff meetings, and other learning experiences

Benefits

  • Advancement and professional growth opportunities
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages
  • EAP & wellness programs
  • 401(k) with biweekly employer match
  • Outside-In Employee Referral Program
  • Intentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off
  • Self-service payroll & accuracy tools (Paycom)
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