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Shift: Full- Time, Days vary; Every other weekend
The Resident Program Assistant supports the Program Director in leading and executing all Resident Programs in “Sweet Memories” and Assisted Living to ensure the residents remain as engaged, healthy and as active as possible.
Supports the Resident Care team to create a safe, holistic, engaged and social environment.
The Program Assistant carries out a specific set of tasks to fulfill the standards of Resident Programs as assigned by the Program Director.
Qualifications
• Education or training in a heath care field or certified as an activity professional by a recognized accrediting body, preferred by not required
• Experience working with seniors and those with memory loss strongly preferred.
• One year of experience in activity planning for seniors preferred.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of social and psychological needs of residents.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to prioritize, utilize good time management and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’ license, with no major violations within 3 years
• Must, have a working knowledge of and be able to utilize technology effectively.
Areas of Primary Responsibility
• Assists the Program Director with planning, developing and preparing a variety of physical, social, recreational and educational events.
• Assists with transportation and resident outings • Assists with the production of the community monthly calendar.
• Assists in maintaining documentation and resident attendance through digital programs
• Maintains knowledge of communities, services, and events in the area and incorporates into activity schedule as appropriate.
• Establishes a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
• Promotes teamwork and positive attitude among associates
• Continually evaluates the quality and consistency of activities for residents and suggests adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.
• Must have a clean driving record, and be eligible to be ensured on the company driving policy, and be able to operate a large passenger van safely.
• Other duties as assigned
Physical/Sensory Requirements
• Must be mobile and able to perform the physical requirements of the job.
This position requires a variety of physical demands, including the potential for lifting greater than 50 lbs.
Long stretches on one’s feet, walking around is to be expected.
• The Activity Assistant is a highly active position, with the person leading physical activities for the residents.
The Activity Assistant position requires long stretches on one’s feet and long stretches requiring the person to drive the community van.