MorningStar Senior Living
Activities Assistant ~ Senior Living Community ~ Denver
MorningStar Senior Living, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Activities Assistant – Senior Living Community – Denver
Pay Range: $19.50 – $22.00
Full-time
Schedules: Sunday – Thursday, 11am – 6pm
Make a difference by providing great care and love for our treasured residents!
Job Summary
Assist in developing the resident activity programs of the community. Conduct activities in accordance with direction from the Life Enrichment Coordinator. Delegated responsibility for carrying out assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with federal and state regulations and company policies.
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Other insurance (life, disability, accident, critical illness)
401(k) plan with matching
HSA options
Employee assistance programs
Paid sick, vacation, and birthday leave
Career development and advancement opportunities
Charitable and philanthropic opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Free shift meal
Position Overview
Assist in organizing programs for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents.
Maintain a balance of recreational activities.
Facilitate group activities, 1‑1 visits, community events that engage residents, families and staff.
Coordinate scheduled activities with other departments.
Communicate residents’ programs to residents, families, volunteers, and staff.
Prepare vibrant person‑centered monthly Life Enrichment calendars reflecting residents’ interests, preferences, and abilities.
Organize activity supplies and equipment to ensure materials are available.
Prepare monthly report on activity program progress as directed.
Invite and assist residents within the community to and from activities.
Participate in trainings as requested.
Recognize resident condition changes that may require nursing intervention and report to the Wellness Director.
Maintain professional appearance, communication, and confidentiality.
Supervise volunteers as necessary.
Assist residents on outings, which may include driving company vehicles.
Qualifications
Demonstration of Core Values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, Respect.
Education: Minimum high school diploma or GED.
Experience: Minimum 6 months preferred.
Job Knowledge: Awareness of special needs and wellness for older adults; skills to engage residents with different interests and abilities; sensitivity to residents’ feelings; ability to initiate and lead crafts, games, discussions; resourcefulness; computer skills.
Other: Enjoy working with senior adults, exercise judgment, display empathy, creativity, imagination, friendliness, resourcefulness, enthusiasm, caring attitude, sincere interest in others; must have a clean driving record.
Team members scheduled to work 24+ hours per week are eligible for benefits; families are also eligible.
EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Administrative
Industries Human Resources Services
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Full-time
Schedules: Sunday – Thursday, 11am – 6pm
Make a difference by providing great care and love for our treasured residents!
Job Summary
Assist in developing the resident activity programs of the community. Conduct activities in accordance with direction from the Life Enrichment Coordinator. Delegated responsibility for carrying out assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with federal and state regulations and company policies.
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Other insurance (life, disability, accident, critical illness)
401(k) plan with matching
HSA options
Employee assistance programs
Paid sick, vacation, and birthday leave
Career development and advancement opportunities
Charitable and philanthropic opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Free shift meal
Position Overview
Assist in organizing programs for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents.
Maintain a balance of recreational activities.
Facilitate group activities, 1‑1 visits, community events that engage residents, families and staff.
Coordinate scheduled activities with other departments.
Communicate residents’ programs to residents, families, volunteers, and staff.
Prepare vibrant person‑centered monthly Life Enrichment calendars reflecting residents’ interests, preferences, and abilities.
Organize activity supplies and equipment to ensure materials are available.
Prepare monthly report on activity program progress as directed.
Invite and assist residents within the community to and from activities.
Participate in trainings as requested.
Recognize resident condition changes that may require nursing intervention and report to the Wellness Director.
Maintain professional appearance, communication, and confidentiality.
Supervise volunteers as necessary.
Assist residents on outings, which may include driving company vehicles.
Qualifications
Demonstration of Core Values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, Respect.
Education: Minimum high school diploma or GED.
Experience: Minimum 6 months preferred.
Job Knowledge: Awareness of special needs and wellness for older adults; skills to engage residents with different interests and abilities; sensitivity to residents’ feelings; ability to initiate and lead crafts, games, discussions; resourcefulness; computer skills.
Other: Enjoy working with senior adults, exercise judgment, display empathy, creativity, imagination, friendliness, resourcefulness, enthusiasm, caring attitude, sincere interest in others; must have a clean driving record.
Team members scheduled to work 24+ hours per week are eligible for benefits; families are also eligible.
EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Administrative
Industries Human Resources Services
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