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Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.
Join The Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE as a Activities Assistant in Louisville, KY. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.
Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.
Pay Range: $17.88 -$19.86
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
- A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
- A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
- Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
- Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day
What We Offer
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 403(b) with discretionary contribution
- Paid Time Off Personal Days
- Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
- Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
- Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities
Activities Assistant Job Highlights:
OBJECTIVE: Assisting with the implementation of activities for participants tailored to the needs and limitations of frail elderly. Assists participants with non-skilled Activities of Daily Living (ADL). Provides one-one assistance with participants or preparing for upcoming activities. Assist with planning social, therapeutic and leisure programs.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
REQUIRED
- HS diploma or equivalent
- Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before
having direct participant contact. - Must have one year’s experience working with the frail or elderly population.
- Must be able to pass Background Check and Drug Screen.
PREFERRED
- Must have one year experience providing activities programming to elderly population.
- CNA or PCA experience
- Bilingual skills are a plus!
Skills and Knowledge:
Knowledge of the principles’ practices standards and techniques of the provision of
recreational activities.
• Knowledge of how to use and maintain materials and equipment of need to provide
recreational activities.
• Knowledge of safety requirements when providing and implementing recreational.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, coworkers, medical staff, and the public.
• Able to identify and recommend problem resolution.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Leads and/or assists in large groups, small groups 1:1’s and individual activities (exercise, arts and
crafts, games, current events, sensory, etc.). - Assists Activities Director in assessing and reassessing participants’ functional status in
relationship to participation in recreational activities. - Assists with the development and implementation of recreational activities that meet the interests,
needs and capabilities of participants under the supervision of Activities Director. - Completes assigned activity charting and reporting as assigned by Activities Director.
- Assists in the organizing of special events, outings as assigned.
- Assists with preparing and cleaning up after activities.
- Attends any meetings regarding participant care as assigned by Activities Director.
- Assists Day Center staff as directed by Activities Director, such as lunch service and arrival of
participants as appropriate. - Assists in the ordering of supplies for department as requested and maintains equipment in good
condition. - Acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice.
About Us
Senior Community Care of Kentucky PACE (Louisville) provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant’s needs. Located in the heart of Louisville, a vibrant riverfront city known for its friendly communities and rich culture. Convenient access to well-known landmarks such as Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby, offering walking paths, parks, and peaceful views.
At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.