What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant position at Elegance Senior Living?
- Essential Functions
- Under the direction of the Director of Resident Engagement, completes the Personal Well-Being Profile and meeting with all new residents within 7 days of move-in to determine what level of programs resident requests to be a part of and
- Follows schedule as written with minimal change and cancellation. Arranges entertainment within budgetary allotments to come into the building for resident enjoyment. Promotes all programs within the community to improve resident participation. Complies with spending budget on activity supplies and entertainment.
- On a quarterly basis, participates in an event that may be used for marketing efforts. These resident events will also serve as marketing events as they involve the entertainment of our residents. Works with the Director of Resident Engagement to organize these events which includes planning, advertising, set-up and clean-up.
- Resident outings will be scheduled on the monthly calendar and will include site-seeing trips, destination locations, and medical trips. Organizes transportation for activity outings and medical visits with the assisted living community.
- Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions which assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors.
- Performs other duties as assigned or needed.
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree strongly preferred in Social Service, Business, or a field related to the position. Minimum of three years’ experience in assisted living preferred. Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
Certifications, Licenses, And Other Special Requirements
Commercial Driving License (CDL) preferred.
Essential Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, strong personnel skills and positive community relations skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, grammar, and punctuation skills.
- Self-motivated and has the ability to work independently and make decisions.
- Able to work well under pressure, resolve conflicts, prioritize tasks, and follow through with ideas.
- Excellent organizational skills; detail oriented.
- Pleasant, professional, and personable.
