Activities Assistant ~ Senior Living Community ~ Boulder
$39,520–$40,560 year
On-siteBoulder, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Conduct activities in accordance with direction from the Life Enrichment Coordinator, including organizing programs for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents based on individualized needs. Facilitate group activities, one-on-one visits, and community events while supervising volunteers as necessary. Assist in preparing monthly Life Enrichment calendars, organizing activity supplies, and coordinating schedules with other departments. Prepare monthly progress reports and invite residents to outings, which may include driving company vehicles. Recognize changes in resident condition requiring nursing intervention and report them immediately to the Wellness Director. Work Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30am to 6pm.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum high school diploma or GED
- Must have a clean driving record through the DMV
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum 6 months preferred
- Demonstration of our Core Values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, Respect
- Awareness of special needs and dimensions of wellness for older adults
- Techniques and skills to engage residents with different interests and abilities
- Sensitivity to residents' feelings and well-being
- Ability to initiate and lead crafts, games, discussions and other activities
- Ability to find and implement resources for LE activity programs
- Computer skills adapt to new technology
- Enjoy working with senior adults
- Exercise judgment
- Display empathy
- Creative skills
- Imagination
- Friendliness
- Resourcefulness
- Enthusiasm
- Have a caring attitude and sincere interest in others
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