Life Enrichment Activities Assistant

Aviva Senior Living • Sarasota, FL

1d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Aviva Senior Living is looking for an Activities Assistant to assist the Life Enrichment Director in providing a social and activity program within our community. This role involves assisting with planning and coordinating various activities for residents, maintaining documentation, and ensuring a vibrant social environment.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have working knowledge of appropriate Microsoft Office programs.
• Must possess high energy/enthusiasm, decision making, problem solving, planning/organization, and rapport building skills.
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to push residents in wheelchairs.
• Must be able to read and speak English.
• Must be able to hear, and be able to sit and walk intermittently throughout the day.
• Must be able to pass a Level 2 background screening.

Nice To Haves

• One year’s experience in a social or recreational program in a senior health care setting, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordinating activities: reality orientation, current events, discussion groups, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, religious services, special entertainment, outside trips, special events, and one-to-one visits, as indicated.
• Assist with preparing and distributing the monthly calendar and newsletter.
• Perform and direct the movement of residents to and from recreational areas.
• Maintain accurate documentation of resident’s activity attendance.
• Plan and coordinate activities in the absence of the Life Enrichment Director.
• Assist with coordinating special events (such as family nights and private resident parties).
• Attend in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.
• Perform specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED