Activities Assistant at SENIOR LIVING AT ARBOR VILLAGE LLC

Chesapeake, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Activity Planning, Resident Care, Event Coordination, Communication, Compassion, Creativity, Patient Advocacy, Time Management, Interpersonal Skills, Organization

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description The essential functions of the job for the Activity Assistant, requires, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not limited to the following: Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable. Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights. In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.). Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loved ones. Requirements Assist with creating an engaging, home like atmosphere while planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of activities for the residents in accordance with Viva Senior Living’s philosophies to maximize resident adjustment, healthy lifestyle, and social satisfaction. Conduct a variety of activities for the residents and their visiting family members or friends as directed by Activity Director Uphold morale of residents by offering adequate and diversified engaging activities and plan sufficient supervision for each activity Inform all residents of upcoming activities referring to the schedule of events on the bulletin board. Distribute daily activity schedule as per community protocol Reach out to residents who are confined to their rooms and find forms of one-on-one entertainment that they can participate in Provide assistance in planning outings to meet various needs of residents Accompany residents via bus to group events, activities, and houses of worship Assist residents on and off the bus if necessary Be innovative and creative to fit the ever-changing day to day circumstances or situations that arise Adapt activities to keep residents interested and attentive Maintain a lively, outgoing, inclusive, involved and engaged persona Maintain a current record of community services, resources, programs, and community materials accessible to staff, residents, and residents’ families Perform all duties and responsibilities deemed appropriate and/or necessary by the Activity Director and Executive Director Other duties may be required per state regulations Must adhere to scheduled shifts assigned by Executive Director or Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and implement a variety of engaging activities to maximize resident social satisfaction and healthy lifestyles. Provide one-on-one entertainment for room-confined residents and accompany groups on outings to community events.