Activity Assistant / Independent Living / Full Time

Position Summary:

The Activity Assistant is responsible for the execution of activities, assisting with the wellness programs and residential services for Independent Living residents.

Essential Functions:

• Perform general clerical functions for Activities such as typing, filing and copying.
• Performs customer service functions by answering resident requests and questions promptly.
• Responsible for providing innovative activity suggestions to the IL Activities Coordinator monthly.
• Assist in planning the monthly activity calendar for Independent Living.
• Assist in researching activities for the Independent Living via the Internet.
• Responsible for taking pictures of events to use in the Wesley Window and social media publications by the Campus Communications Manager.
• Transport residents to scheduled outings using company vehicle.
• Create the transportation schedule one month in advance to ensure transportation is available for the time and day of planned activity.
• Responsible for activity set-up and assisting with wellness and other campus program set-ups on an as-needed basis.
• Responsible for creating BEO’s for special events and submitting them to Culinary on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Responsible for facilitating special activities such as Breakfast Club, concerts, holiday events, etc.
• Responsible for coordinating trips including research, sign-ups and advertising for various trips and activities.
• Assist with routine activities such as Bingo, movies, cards, shopping trips, etc.
• Run miscellaneous errands for Independent Living such as, picking up supplies for activities.
• Have availability to travel out of town or work irregular hours as deemed necessary to include, but not limited to Saturday and Sunday activities.
• Demonstrate professional and courteous conduct with all guests, residents, visitors and staff.
• Provide protection to residents in inclement weather as needed.
• Adhere to all HIPAA guidelines.

Non-Essential Functions:

• CPR certification and First Aid will be required and expected to be maintained.
• Special assignments as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
• Must be highly motivated, energetic and flexible.
• Creativity is required in order to assist in the planning, developing, implementing, interpreting and execution of activities and events.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other team members.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in the use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite programs or related software.

Qualifications:

• Two years’ experience in a social or recreation program in a health care setting or a two-year degree with an emphasis in a health care preferred.
• Required to have a valid SC drivers’ license and CPR certification.
• Experience in leading adult craft and painting classes, line dancing, and/or event management for events up to 300 people is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking or talking when conducting activities.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organizations facilities.