Activities Assistant - Assisted Living

JOB SUMMARY:

Develops plans and coordinates the recreation program for, primarily, the independent living residents to meet their physical and social needs. Participates, as part of the team, in coordinating this aspect of the overall wellness program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as confidential information.
2. Complies with established Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures, and maintains established standards and practices.
3. Develops, coordinates and assists with programs, trips, events and activities to effectively help meet social, educational and physical needs. Utilizes various resources within the community and community at large. Maximizes use of Homewood’s facilities in developing programs.
4. Develops and distributes communication/publications such as newsletters, calendars, flyers, etc. in both electronic and/or print in coordination with other team members.
5. Is responsible for coordinating:  room reservations, set-up, cleanup, decorations, refreshments, etc. for events and functions.  Makes arrangements and coordinates transportation for events held outside of the community.  
6. Works with the volunteer director in assigning volunteers to specific functions and activities, making sure the volunteers have adequate materials and supervision. Utilizes the talents of residents in the planning and the implementation of the activity program.
7. Facilitates special functions from outside groups and special activities on weekends and evenings.
8. Maintains records of all events and attendance, and reports observed changes in resident’s physical and emotional health to the Therapeutic Recreation Director.
9. May oversee and be responsible for technology associated with activities, to include: applications used for resident enrollments, digital displays and equipment. 
10. Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Two years’ experience in planning/coordinating programs/event and working with the senior population.
2. Ability to read, write and understand English well. Excellent verbal, written communication and customer service skills.
3. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, to include, Publisher.
4. Ability to set up, manage and utilize digital equipment, programs, applications, etc. 
5. Ability to listen and to communicate to residents at a level they can understand.
6. Ability to and enjoys encouraging and motivating older persons.
7. Qualities of creativity, resourcefulness and imagination in planning resident activities with attention to details.
8. Position may require the ability to drive Homewood’s van and has a valid driver’s license.
9. Must possess current CPR and First Aid certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to constantly work on their feet during an 8 hour shift. Must be able to react quickly and decisively in emergency situations and during unexpected behavior of residents. Must be able to push residents who are in a wheelchair or assisted device if needed.