What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Assistant position at WILEY MISSION?
Wiley Mission
Activity Assistant positions now open!
Shifts Available:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Hourly Rate: $16.50-$17.00/hour
The Activity Department at Wiley Mission provides a fun and rewarding work experience! Our Activity Assistants ensure our residents live a fulfilling life by creating therapeutic activities and events to enjoy. All activities are designed to meet the physical, social, spiritual, intellectual, cultural, and recreational needs and interests of the residents in various residential settings.
Essential responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Prepare for, encourage participation and lead various activity programs such as arts and crafts, hymn sings, sing-a-longs, reminisce and recall, current events, discussion groups, indoor and outdoor active games, and table and word games.
- Provide input on scheduled activities.
- Assist residents on out of facility trips.
- Some holiday work is required.
Qualifications:
- High School education.
- Experience with seniors in structured setting preferred.
- Ability to help develop creative and engaging programs.
- Able to read, speak and write English fluently.
- Ability to communicate easily and engage others in conversation.
- Demonstrates patience and empathy when dealing with others in all circumstances.
- Transports and assists residents to areas of programs and activities.
Generous benefits include:
- Full Time employees offered Medical insurance with employer contribution
- Voluntary Dental, Life and Vision
- Group Life Insurance
- 403B with generous employer match when vested
- Paid Time Off and Earned Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- FREE Preschool on the premises for full time employees and discounted for part time employees
Wiley Mission is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $17 - $17