Activity Assistant

Location US-WI-Slinger
ID 2024-1893
Facility
The Pavilion at Glacier Valley
Status
Full-Time

Job Highlights

Have a passion for fun? 

   Are you full of energy? 

      Do you have a passion for life enrichment?

         Well this is the opportunity for you!

We are currently looking for a candidate with strong experience in coordinating activities in a skilled nursing or assisted living facility to join our Activities Team! Partner with the Activity Director and other team members to learn all aspects of our department. You’ll have opportunity to run activity programs by tag teaming, solo leading, and working side by side. You will need computer skills, ability to read directions, stories, and educational programs in front of groups, be comfortable 1:1 with residents, be prepared to lead exercises and active games, and be ready to spend much time on the go.
We look forward to having you join us in games, exercise, outdoor activities, crafts, educational programs, socials, cooking, gardening, wellness activities and so much more. If our experience helps us continue to grow with music, pets, sports, religious activities, community connections, and rejuvenating our volunteer program – we’d be thrilled!
The position tasks include preparing and facilitating many of the day to day programs but will also include completing resident assessments, resident quarterly and annual notes, care planning, and making community connections.
Full-Time schedule, 30-32 hours per week. Scheduled weekends and holidays are included on a rotating basis with potential to pick up/swap with other team members. Scheduled evening activities may also be required and/or available to pick up/swap with other team members.

Position Summary

The Activity Assistant brings joy and fulfillment to active seniors through creativity and engagement. A critical role in a vibrant senior environment, our Activity Aide gets to organize activities that enhance cognitive, social, and physical needs. If you enjoy bringing delight to our senior community, we invite you to apply today! We can’t wait to work with you!

Posted Salary Range

USD $18.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Activity Assistant will work side by side with the Activity Director assisting with the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for our patients and residents including:

  • Assist with the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for our patients and residents.
  • Assist with transporting, communicating, and setting up for activities in and out of the facility on a regular basis; as well as order and pick up the materials for the activities (as needed).
  • Conduct one-on-one activity therapy to offer sensory stimulation and group activities to ensure patients and residents make personal progress.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required; college credits are preferred
  • Preferred aptitude for, and some training in, arts and crafts
  • Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and provide proof of liability insurance required
  • Must have reliable transportation

Benefits

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes: 

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
  • PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off Plan
  • New Pet Insurance Discount available
  • DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
  • Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
  • Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
  • Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families) 
  • Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
  • Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
  • In-facility education programs and more!

EOE Statement

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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