What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Associate position at Five Star Senior Living?
The Opportunity
The Life Enrichment (Activities) Associate Position assists the Life Enrichment Director in the delivery of recreational, evidence based programming to meet the needs of the residents in the community.
What You’ll Do
- Helps in the analysis of the community’s resident population
- Helps with the writing of recreation program descriptions
- Creates opportunities for residents to interact with the community at large through outside trips, volunteer programs, arts and entertainment programs.
- Assess the effectiveness of programs through attendance sheets and surveys
- Ensures residents get to the activity.
- Responsibilities include customer service, safety, recreational activities and communication.
What You’ll Bring
POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must pass State and Company criminal background/drug screens.
- Demonstrates effective time management skills.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Associate degree in human service or recreation therapy preferred.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Previous experience working in a senior living setting a plus.
- Ability to work effectively with small groups as leader or facilitator.
- Valid state Driver’s License or Chauffeur’s license as required by property and/or state.
- First Aid Certification desired.