SUMMARY

In theActivities Assistant position this role is responsible for providingengaging programs for residents while maintaining a professionaldemeanor and positive attitude. Under the direction of the Activities Managerthis role will facilitate scheduled activities engaging in both small and large groupsettings to enhance the mind body and soul of each of our seniorresidents while collaborating with other departments. This role assists withsupporting residents by understanding their personal preferences interests andphysical and cognitive abilities. This role may assist residents with someactivities of daily living.

To perform this jobsuccessfully an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledgeskill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of theposition.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.Other duties may be assigned by your direct manager. Regular and predictableattendance is an essential function of the job.

• Knows and understands dementia and howresidents may be affected by the disease progression.
• Recognizesthe psychosocial needs of the elderly.
• Studies and analyzes residentrecreational needs and resources.
• Continuously seeks out new activitiesevents and excursions.
• Knowsand understands residents likes dislikes hobbies and interests.
• Assistswith completing the orientation of all new residents by encouraging them toattend programs that they may enjoy.
• Encourages residents to participate inprogramming by trying to maximize individual participation in events whilestill respecting their right to privacy.
• Interprets programs and their philosophy to individuals and groups through personal participation and staff assignments.
• Assists with scheduling maintenance and use of Activity Rooms company vehicles and all of the equipment necessary for the departments use.
• Provides a stimulating and interestingactivity program.
• Puts up all holiday decorations at thebeginning of each month.
• Assistswith scheduling a wide variety of activities and events that reflect theseasons of the year and the interests and temperament of the residents.
• Assistswith the completion of a professional and attractive monthlynewsletter/calendar using the provided template. Provides feedback on theactivities.
• Tracksand creates greeting cards and notes on special occasions such as birthdaysget wells and anniversaries for all residents.
• Cleansand stores all supplies and or equipment immediately following the completionof any use.
• Monitorsthe organization and cleanliness of the activity spaces and common rooms. Cleansand organizes when needed.
• Assistswith purchasing equipment and services from outside vendors with approval fromthe immediate manager.
• Assists with establishing andmaintaining contact with service vendors entertainers teachers etc.
• Managesall signup sheets for outings and scenic drives by taking into considerationelopement risk number of wheelchairs and staff to accompany residents to therestroom.
• May be required to drive anautomobile minivan or small bus to transport residents and visitors to andfrom outings events trips errands and appointments.
• Assists with the coordination and supervision of the Volunteers.
• Knowledgeable in evaluating residentneeds and assisting volunteers.
• Mayassist residents with some activities of daily living that include escortingtransferring meal assistance some dressing.
• Arrangesoneonone activities or visits to connect with residents who would benefitfrom personalized attention.
• Uses Positive Approach to Care (PAC) toenhance life and relationships for all residents.
• Facilitates and adjusts activities based onthe participants needs (GEM state hearing loss etc)
• Ancillary Tasks: these duties may be performed on an asneeded basis in support of another department:Assists residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including but not limited to escort continence care transfer assistance and meal assistance.;Assist with the coordination of all transportation needs including driving if applicable.
• Attendsand remains up to date on all companyprovided training.
• Attends periodic staff meetings; inservice training and mandatory meetings as required.
• ObservesResidents Rights as posted within the facility to include any updatesthereto.
• Mandatedreporting if you suspect any verbal physical emotional financial orneglectful treatment toward a resident or staff member report it to yoursupervisor immediately.
• InEmergencies assist residents according to the Emergency Plan of the facility

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform thisjob successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be madeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions ofthe position.

EDUCATION and/orEXPERIENCE

• A High SchoolDiploma or GED is required or equivalent experience.
• Must be computerliterate for communication scheduling ordering tracking basic graphicdesign and activities and outing research.
• 1 year ofexperience running group activities is preferred but not required.
• According toTitle 22 requirements employee must be at least eighteen 18 years of age.

COMMUNICATIONSKILLS

• Ability to read and comprehend simpleinstructions short correspondence and memos in English so as not tojeopardize the safety and wellbeing of the residents. Ability to communicate with residents andeffectively present information in oneonone and small group situations tocustomers clients and other employees of the organization.
• Remains professional and respectful and interact withour customers including residents family members and all staff members according to the concepts identified by the Carlton Way.
• Must be able to use technology such as companyprovidedphones and tablets to communicate among staff on resident needs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safetyrules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

CERTIFICATESLICENSES REGISTRATIONS

• Must be authorized towork in the United States of America and provide sufficient work authorizationdocumentation(s)
• Departmentof Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance must be completed prior to working inthe community (obtained through the community)
• Healthscreening/Physical and negative tuberculosis test must be less than six 6)months old (obtained through the community)
• FirstAid/CPR Certification (obtained through the community)

Carlton Senior Livings Commitment to Pay Transparency

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors including a candidates qualifications skills competencies and experience and location. Base pay is one part of the total package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives.

Carlton Senior Living benefits are designed to convey Carlton Senior Livings culture and values to create an efficient and inspiring work environment and to support our employees to give their best in both work and life. We offer the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Premium coverage for employee medical insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental Vision Short/Longterm Disability Basic Life Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans;
• Generous vacation time and leave plans as well as paid sick days and parental leave;
• Generous benefits like mental and emotional health support through our Employee Assistance Program a 401K company match gym and tuition reimbursements.

Carlton Senior Living reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time with or without notice.

Carlton Senior Livings Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunities

Carlton Senior Living is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression transgender status sexual stereotypes age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal state and local law. Per Department of Social Services regulations all applications must undergo an extensive background check and certain misdemeanor convictions will require an exemption.

Carlton Senior Living is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability please let us know at .