Resident Program Assistant
About The Position
The Resident Program Assistant supports the Program Director in leading and carrying out Resident Programs in “Sweet Memories” and Assisted Living. The role helps keep residents engaged, healthy, and active, and supports the Resident Care team in creating a safe, holistic, engaged, and social environment. The assistant performs tasks assigned by the Program Director to meet Resident Programs standards. The position also supports transportation and resident outings, activity documentation, event planning, and the community’s monthly calendar. It involves leading physical activities, spending extended periods on one’s feet, and driving the community van.
Requirements
- Thorough knowledge of residents’ social and psychological needs.
- Ability to work without close supervision and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to prioritize and use good time-management and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver’s license, no major violations within the past three years, a clean driving record, and eligibility under the company driving policy.
- Ability to use technology effectively.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including potentially lifting more than 50 pounds, extended periods on one’s feet, walking, leading physical activities, and driving the community van.
Nice To Haves
- Education or training in a health care field, or certification as an activity professional by a recognized accrediting body.
- Experience working with seniors and people with memory loss.
- Two years of experience in activity planning for seniors.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Program Director with planning, developing, and preparing physical, social, recreational, and educational events.
- Assist with transportation and resident outings.
- Assist with producing the community monthly calendar.
- Maintain documentation and resident attendance through digital programs.
- Keep informed about communities, services, and events in the area and incorporate them into the activity schedule when appropriate.
- Establish a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
- Promote teamwork and a positive attitude among associates.
- Evaluate the quality and consistency of resident activities and suggest adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.
- Operate a large passenger van safely and meet the company driving policy requirements.
- Model the company’s core values and ensure personnel exemplify those values.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability options
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Additional voluntary benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
