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ID #2891229
State Delaware
City Delaware
Full-time
Salary USD TBD TBD
Source Delaware
Showed 2019-11-21
Date 2019-11-19
Deadline 2020-01-18
Category Healthcare
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Recreation Assistant (Dover, Delaware)

Delaware, Delaware 00000 Delaware USA

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PT position working with seniors in an Assisted Living environment.

Assist with initial assessments with family members and residents

Help prepare and post monthly newsletter and calendar of programs and events

Work with the Life Enrichment Coordinator to distribute the calendar to residents, families, volunteers, leads and appropriate referral sources

Encourage care partners, resident and family involvement in planning monthly calendar and participating in activities

Ensure staff assistance and participation with daily group programs

Assist in establishing and maintaining a volunteer program

Provide training and support for volunteers

Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

Possesses good time management and organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to perform the tasks required

Possesses good interpersonal communication skills; Ability to work harmoniously with other employees and develop/maintain good employee relations and employee morale

Must have a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record history

Must work a full shift, come to work on time, and work overtime as needed

The ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in memory care, senior living, hospice, in-home health care, skilled nursing experience, or a therapeutic recreation and / or senior activities role

Experience with event planning and creating a monthly activity calendar for Resident programs

The ability to complete initial assessments to identify our residents interests

The ideal candidate will uphold the principles of our mission; to enrich life through meaningful relationships and vibrant communities

Actively express compassion for residents, staff, and guests

Maintain humility

Engage others in fun and creative activities

Strive for excellence in all aspects of the job

Work with integrity in all interactions

The Activities Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Life Enrichment Coordinator in creating and maintaining a Life Enrichment Program built from the guidelines set forth by the company, specifically focusing on person-centered and meaningful activities for individuals with varying levels of dementia and cognitive abilities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-starter, compassionate, upbeat, flexible and creative individual to join our team!

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