Activities Assistant

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When you work at Havenwood of Burnsville, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life! PRINCIPAL DUTIES Essential Job Duties: Assist in planning and coordinating activities, including reality orientation, current events, discussion groups, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, religious services, special entertainment, outings, special events, and one-on-one visits. Help prepare and distribute the monthly calendar and newsletter. Assist in purchasing supplies for activities as needed. Distribute mail to residents daily. Direct the movement of residents to and from recreational areas. Announce scheduled activities over the intercom at least fifteen minutes prior to the activity. Coordinate and supervise volunteer activities, including training and support. Maintain accurate documentation of resident activity attendance. Plan and coordinate activities in the absence of the Activity Coordinator. Other Duties: Attend in-service training and education sessions as assigned. Perform specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. HOSPITALITY FOCUS
Our community embraces a culture of hospitality, guided by the following promises: Greet residents, employees, and guests warmly, by name, and with a smile. Treat everyone with courteous respect. Anticipate and respond to the needs of residents, employees, and guests. Listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner. Hold ourselves and one another accountable. Embrace and value our differences. Make residents, employees, and guests feel important. Ask, “Is there anything else I can do for you?” Maintain professionalism in conduct and appearance at all times. Pay attention to details. WELLNESS FOCUS
Employees are expected to foster a healthy community culture through a whole-person approach to wellness, encompassing eight dimensions: Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual, and Vocational. This holistic approach ensures residents’ wellness needs are met, positively impacting both residents and staff.
QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma required. One year of experience in a social or recreational program in a licensed healthcare setting preferred. Background in music, art, drama, or dance therapy preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, and squatting for approximately 60% of the workday. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally. Ability to push residents weighing up to 250 lbs. in gerichairs and/or wheelchairs. Must be able to read, speak English, hear, and sit/walk intermittently throughout the day. May be exposed to communicable diseases, chemicals, offensive odors, and combative behavior. Benefits : · 401(k) · 401(k) matching · Dental insurance · Employee assistance program · Flexible schedule · Flexible spending account · Health insurance · Health savings account · Life insurance · Paid time off · Referral program · Tuition reimbursement · Vision insurance
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Location:
Burnsville
Job Type:
PartTime

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