Activities Associate - Full-time

Position Summary:  Participates in creating a well-balanced calendar of programs and events that promotes and encourages a feeling of independence, a sense of fulfillment, accomplishment and a need to be needed for residents of all care levels.

Routine Functions of the position:

• Participates in the creation, planning and implementation of activities to meet the interests of all residents.
• Knowledgeable of Activities software and conducts programs in a timely manner in conjunction with Activities displayed on monitors/TV’s.
• Helps to provide opportunities for residents to engage in various community projects in Providence Place and the surrounding community.
• Assists with collaborative programming with all departments on campus to support a strong team philosophy.
• Contributes to the creation of a monthly calendar that encouragesindividuality, participation and leadership among residents.
• Continually promotes and encourages resident participation in activities and events.
• Leads activities, which may also include serving residents food, drinks and snacks.
• Seeks to find the motivation in each resident that will entice them to participate or be an active member in activities/events.
• Assists with administrative tasks: input of activities in software: calendar slides, posting daily calendars, maintaining and updating sign-up sheets, Volunteer information, Activity Submission forms etc.
• Supports and encourages residents to take the lead on various activities to promote a sense of pride.
• Transports residents to various functions using company vehicles.
• Encourages and motivates residents to stay active – both mentally and physically (ie: Dakim Brain Fitness and Biodex Exercise bike). 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Critical Success Factors:

• Energetic, personable, enthusiastic, creative, imaginative
• Able to communicate intentions and directions to residents and co-workers.
• Be an effective listener/empathetic.  Effective oral and written language skills.
• Knowledge of the physical and emotional aspects of aging.
• Ability to be self-motivating.
• Motivational skills, including the ability to positively influence resident and co-workers.

 Work Environment:

• Requires standing, walking, twisting, bending, pushing, kneeling, stooping, stretching, lifting/carrying a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
• Occasionally support up to 70 pounds.
• Must be capable of operating a variety of company activities-related equipment (ranging from passenger vehicles such as a 14 passenger bus to office equipment, kitchen equipment, gardening tools, games and sports equipment).
• Work place includes the entire building and surrounding grounds; all areas necessitated by off-site trips and events.

 Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs preferred but not required.
• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Familiarity with computers.
• Valid driver’s license: must have clean driving record with no major violations.
• Computer skills

 EOE

EOE