What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Assistant position at Kisco Senior Living?
Job Description:
What will I do every day?
What will I need to be successful in this role?
Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?
What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)
What do we do?
We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process, which includes successfully passing a drug screen, a job specific-related physical, a TB test, and a background check. If selected for employment, the company will cover the cost of these pre-hire requirements
The Activity Assistant is responsible for implementing and supporting aspects of the community’s Art of Living Well philosophy and the multi-dimensions of Art of Living Well through interaction with residents, presenting classes and instruction, coordinating events, and assisting with transportation as needed. Assist in promoting a healthy, activity-enriched lifestyle for residents and associates.
What will I do every day?
- Assist Memory Care Manager to present programs that meet the emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual and vocational needs of the residents and staff
- Promote and monitor resident attendance and participation in all Art of Living Well programs
- Teach and facilitate programs as appropriate
- Monitor residents’ well-being in a general way and report any changes in condition to the appropriate associate/department immediately
- Assist residents with requests as needed or find appropriate associate to assist
- Learn resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations and enhance resident satisfaction
- Implement a variety of group and individual Art of Living Well programs that meet the varying needs of the residents and staff
- Respond to residents individually to meet their Life Enrichment needs based on activity level, acuity, interests, and feedback
- Work with volunteers and community groups as needed to implement various programs and events
- Assist in setting up/tearing down Life Enrichment and community events as needed
- Work as part of the team within your department and across the community
- Perform function ability assessments and quality of life indexes for participants, as requested
- Support open and honest communication with and between all associates
- Represent the company PVBs and The Art of Living Well on a daily basis
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
- Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately
- Support continuous improvement
- Comply with company standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient community operations
- Adhere to all regulations, laws and company standards, including the Associate Handbook
- Understand and support the community sales process
- Perform other related duties as required
What will I need to be successful in this role?
- Bring a smile to work every day
- Be a great team player
- High school graduate
- One to two years’ experience in Life Enrichment programs (preferably with seniors)
- Background in different dimensions of Art of Living Well is beneficial
- Experience leading exercise classes and assisting with exercise equipment
- Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including: Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom applications
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?
- First Aid Certification
What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)
- Competitive pay
- A free meal per shift
- Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
- Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities
What do we do?
We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process, which includes successfully passing a drug screen, a job specific-related physical, a TB test, and a background check. If selected for employment, the company will cover the cost of these pre-hire requirements
Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer