Activity Assistant

Company: Leisure Living
Location: Rockford
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Life Enrichment SpecialistLeisure Living Boulder CreekPart TimePOSITION SUMMARYResponsible for implementation of life enrichment programs that encourage and stimulate residents' physical, cognitive, social and spiritual needs.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSDevelop, lead and facilitate recreational programs appropriate for small and large groups, and one-on-one that promote resident satisfactionAssist with resident outings and special eventsLead and facilitate intergenerational programsAssist with distribution of monthly life enrichment calendarAssist with tastefully decorating the community for holidays and eventsParticipate in hosting community eventsWork with a group of community volunteers for life enrichment activitiesPromote positive relationships with residents, staff and visitorsPerform any other duties as requested within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must work to demonstrate Leisure Living Management Values:Live and work each day with purposeAccept accountability and demonstrate responsibilityEmbrace lifelong learningPromote mutual respectDisplay transparencyAppreciate diversityPractice forgivenessBe thankfulSKILLS AND ABILITIESEducation and ExperienceHigh School Diploma/GED required. Previous experience working in as assisted living or long- term care environment preferred.Computer SkillsMust have demonstrable knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office in a Windows environment, with a capacity to master company specific software.Other RequirementsAbility to multi-task, prioritize and work with minimal supervisionEffective oral and written communication skillsProfessional telephone etiquette and customer service skillsSuperior communication and interpersonal skillsCommunicate in a respectful and professional manner with residents, families, co-workers and leadership staff at the communityDeveloped organizational skillsAbility to problem solve and demonstrate good judgementTeam oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to accept direction and work well with supervisorPromote teamwork by working with coworkers in a positive and cooperative mannerAbility to maintain a high level of confidentialityPHYSICAL DEMANDSStand - FrequentlyWalk - FrequentlySit - FrequentlyReach outward - OccasionallyReach above shoulder - OccasionallyClimb - N/ASquat or Kneel - OccasionallyBend - OccasionallyTwist - OccasionallyLift/Carry/Transfer10 lbs. or less - Occasionally11-20 lbs. - Occasionally21-50 lbs. - Frequently51-100 lbs. - OccasionallyOver 100 lbs. - N/APush/Pull10 lbs. or less - Frequently11-20 lbs. - Frequently21-50 lbs. - Occasionally51-100 lbs. - OccasionallyConnecting Seniors, Families and CommunitiesFor over 37 years, our senior living communities have served seniors and their families across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, and Tennessee, with each location offering unique services including independent, enhanced, and assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming authentic connections and committing to creating the absolute best experiences each day for our residents and their families, we've created a special culture within our communities that allows our employees to do their best work and our residents to shine every day.Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single day. We aspire to make each one of them an exceptional moment. This philosophy is supported by our 6 powerful, yet simple pillars: Dream Big, Have Courage, Take Initiative, Be Accountable, Give Back & Enjoy it. We strive to fulfill the aspirational yet unattainable goal of creating the absolute best experience with every person, in every interaction, every minute of every day.It begins with empowering our employees. Every employee, at every level of the company, is expected to perform like a leader. Everyone is encouraged and expected to put the needs of each other above everything else. No one here just "does their job" The mission is to create the absolute best experiences. This emphasis on putting people first has helped us successfully grow for the right reasons.We have developed an environment that attracts dreamers, adventurers, creators, givers and believers to seek career opportunities with us. We find people who believe that true happiness is only found in the service of others. We want high-performers with diverse skill-sets and big hearts. We treat each other as family and find that close collaboration creates the biggest ideas.If you love serving others, and are looking for an opportunity to thrive, CommonSail Investment Group and our businesses is your destination.This classification description is intended to indicate the general kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that are required of positions given this title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employees under her/his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.Equal Opportunity EmployerClick on glassdoor to see our employee testimonials#LLIND#LeisureLiving

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