Activities Assistant at HallKeen Assisted Living Communities

Clinton, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Activity planning, Resident engagement, Event coordination, Communication, Customer service, Record keeping, Volunteer coordination, Decorating, Interpersonal skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Department: Activities Reports To: Director of Activities Status: Non-exempt Job Summary Leads assigned programs that are of interest and meaning to our residents in order to enhance their lives and exceed their active aging lifestyle expectations. Duties and Responsibilities The following essential functions are the fundamental job duties of the position to be completed with or without appropriate reasonable accommodation. Leads assigned Activity programs. Offers adequate and diversified recreational activities to residents with sufficient supervision for each activity. Develops programs for residents including, if applicable, programs designed for residents confined to their rooms. Engages and motivates residents resulting in program participation. Informs residents of upcoming activities and maintains a current schedule of events on the Bulletin Board. Greets new residents making a special effort to include and engage them in activities and introduce them to others in the community with similar interests and backgrounds. Assists in planning parties and activities as well as decorating the community according to the season and/or holiday throughout the years as well as planning monthly birthday parties to honor residents. Maintains records of all activities, resident participation levels and acceptance of each activity by residents as required by state law. Assists Director of Activities in enlisting the services of volunteers to aid the Activities Program. Cover reception desk, as needed. May perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience acceptable. Able to write simple correspondence. Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Must have submitted and completed a Criminal Background check for unlicensed employees in compliance with state regulation. Must provide a medical certification from a licensed healthcare provider confirming that the employee is free from communicable disease including TB in compliance with state regulation at hire and annually thereafter. Physical Demands Physically able to move at least 20 lbs. without assistance. Physically able to bend, reach, and work in small areas. Physically able to push and pull activity equipment and furnishings.

Responsibilities

Leads and develops recreational programs to enhance the lives of residents and encourage active participation. Assists with event planning, community decoration, and administrative tasks such as record-keeping and reception coverage.