Activity Assistant- Senior Living at West Bay Holdings 7 LLC

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Activity Coordination, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Planning, Scheduling, Arts Program, Event Coordination, Resident Engagement, Patience, Sensitivity, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Transportation, Newsletter Preparation, Group Games, Religious Services

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Position Title: Activity Assistant Department: Life Enrichment/Activities Exempt Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt Supervisor: Director of Life Enrichment GENERAL SUMMARY Responsible for assisting the Director of Inspiration in planning, scheduling and coordinating meaningful activities appropriate to the needs and interests of residents and conducive to their physical, mental and social well-being. Help to ensure the activity programs are appropriately presented by staff. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Must be willing and able to do the following: · Assist the Director of Life Enrichment with scheduling and coordinating all resident activities on a monthly basis. · Assist with preparation and distribution of weekly program contents. · Assist with gathering information, articles, and photos for newsletter. · Assist with planning and coordinating special events including events for seasonal holidays. · Assist in planning and conducting arts program, entertainment for special events, monthly birthday parties, group games, weekly religious services and individual independent projects that reflect the “Life Enrichment” activities. · Assist in maintaining an adequate supply of books, puzzles, magazines and games. · May be responsible for transporting residents to appointments, as well as regular and special recreational outings. · Assist the Director in communicating information to the Nursing department regarding activity ability changes in status that may require resident Care Plan updates. · Report all program policy/procedures discrepancies to the Director of Life Enrichment. · Other duties will be assigned as needed · Marketplace Requirements QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent in education, training and experience One-year activities/life enrichment experience working with seniors Ability to speak, read and comprehend the English language Knowledge of special needs of residents (physical, mental and social) Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and/or Adobe Reader Must have strong interpersonal skills working with seniors; ability to read, write and speak the English language. Must possess patience and sensitivity to others needs Ability to work with community groups Willingness to work beyond normal working hours Must possess current and valid driver’s license consistent with the requirements determined by size of vehicle and laws of the state in which the driver is licensed. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Works indoors and outdoors; must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. independently; must be able to bend, stoop, reach, and balance frequently throughout the workday. The Variel of Woodland Hills is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, and we prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not to limited, respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Completing an application does not guarantee that you will be offered a position. We review all applications and strive to hire the candidates who are the most qualified to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

The Activity Assistant is responsible for assisting the Director of Life Enrichment in planning and coordinating activities that promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of residents. This includes scheduling activities, preparing program content, and maintaining supplies for various activities.