Activity Instructor, FT

JKV Careers•Lee's Summit, MO

16d

About The Position

Full-Time Day position on the MEMORY CARE UNIT in the Village Care Center Occasional Evening or Weekend Shift possible JOB SUMMARY Responsible for assisting with planning and conducting a variety of activity programs to meet physical, social, mental and spiritual needs of residents. Contributes to overall success of activity program. Supportive of Village mission, vision and values. Completes training as required by policy. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Directly delivers the execution of activities and events that are part of the activity programming for residents. Assists in development of new programs/services to expand program and enhance participation. Assures supplies and equipment are available for effective operation of programs. Assists in transporting residents living in licensed areas to and from activity functions. Leads group activities and one-to-one visits as indicated. Monitor participation and performance and produces records as requested. May utilize existing equipment and computer technology to show movies, search information for classes. Interact with residents to promote and maintain a positive atmosphere of warmth and calmness. Follows infection control practices. Organizes and assists with special outings. Assist with planning and decorating for small and large events, holiday gatherings and weekly activities Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements. Able to handle stress and get along with others within the workplace and with customers outside the department. Maintain acceptable standards of workplace conduct. The responsibilities described above represent the primary responsibilities of the job. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as warranted by business needs. The incumbent is expected to perform all assigned tasks.

Requirements

This position requires the level of education typically acquired by a course of study leading to a high school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to demonstrate appropriate exercises and activities to residents.
Ability to type with basic keyboarding skills.
Basic level skills using Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong interpersonal, teamwork, customer service and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills; ability to handle multiple priorities.
Strong creativity skills.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks and procedure manuals.
Able to write simple sentences, paragraphs and correspondence.
Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to residents, family members, and other associates of the organization.
Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Nice To Haves

College level study, preferred.
Specialty certification as personal trainer, exercise specialist, fitness instructor, health and fitness specialist or similar area, preferred.
Previous experience working/volunteering with the elderly is preferred.
Must have appropriate Driver’s License if assigned to driving responsibility (must obtain within 90 days of hire). (Class E or Class C-CDL)

Responsibilities

Assisting with planning and conducting a variety of activity programs to meet physical, social, mental and spiritual needs of residents
Directly delivers the execution of activities and events that are part of the activity programming for residents.
Assists in development of new programs/services to expand program and enhance participation.
Assures supplies and equipment are available for effective operation of programs.
Assists in transporting residents living in licensed areas to and from activity functions.
Leads group activities and one-to-one visits as indicated.
Monitor participation and performance and produces records as requested.
May utilize existing equipment and computer technology to show movies, search information for classes.
Interact with residents to promote and maintain a positive atmosphere of warmth and calmness.
Follows infection control practices.
Organizes and assists with special outings.
Assist with planning and decorating for small and large events, holiday gatherings and weekly activities
Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements.