Activity Assistant

Job Description Job Description Connect with the Greatest Generation and join us at St. Paul's! You will be able to make a difference in the lives of countless seniors by providing comfort and life-changing experiences every single day. Our team is looking for compassionate, caring and considerate companions to become angels for San Diego's residents and participants in the best years of their lives! BASIC FUNCTION: Responsible for the planning, coordination, and implementation of the Activities Program activity programs under the direction of the Villa Activities Coordinator. This shall be done on a daily basis with effort to meet the participants’ individual needs and interests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Help develop and implement activity programs within the framework of the needs and ability of memory impaired residents and State and Federal regulations Coordinate programs in a team manner with related Villa services and staff. Will implement activities that are both group and individual participation in nature. Develop activities providing the opportunity for the participants to experience sensory input, touch, smell, taste, etc. as well as group interaction and personal achievement. Include activities which shall encourage participants to make decisions, participate in planning and assume some degree of responsibility and independence. Help develop weekly schedule of all activities, to be coordinated with Activity Coordinator. Evaluate each participant according to his/her background, interest, abilities, physical and mental limitations and needs. This shall serve as the base from which the individual activity program shall be developed. Document the individual activity program using the appropriate forms. Develop appropriate records which indicate residents’ attendance and participation in the program with reference to response to the program. Develop methods for implementing programs within departmental budget. Attend and participate in staff meetings. Help order supplies as needed to maintain Program inventory. Ensure the safe supervision of participants and keep the group as harmonious and engaged as possible throughout the day. Other duties as may be assigned by the Activity Coordinator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to organize; ability to teach, supervise, and orient; willingness to accept consultant direction and to assume responsibility. Interest in and understanding of the needs of the aged and the chronically ill or disabled. Must be computer literate [create documents, send and respond to email, etc.].

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Experience with adult and child activities preferred. Activities certificate is preferred but not required for the position

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequently must be able to push and pull objects under 20 pounds; occasionally objects up to 50 pounds. On occasion, must be able to lift and carry objects less than 50 pounds. Frequently will need to perform moderately difficult manipulative skills such as typing, keyboard skills, etc., and simple skills such as standing, walking, stooping, and filing. Frequently will need to identify objects visually at a distance of 15 feet, and occasionally read fine print. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds in the presence of some background noise and to speak clearly and make self understood. #ZR St. Paul’s Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life Same day pay available! Flexible Vacation Time - 17 days! Paid Sick Time Education reimbursement - up to $3,000 a year! Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer 403(b) with match Child care available Employee referral bonuses Upward mobility! You Make Us Who We Are! At St. Paul’s Senior Services, we believe a diverse workforce has driven our history of enriching the lives of senior communities in San Diego, which is why we are committed to cultivating an environment where you feel empowered, supported and respected. By valuing your unique perspective, voice, strengths, experience and background, we aim to foster a culture where you feel included and comfortable being your true self. You matter! St. Paul's is the leading provider of caring senior services since 1960. We have locations throughout San Diego County including 5 in San Diego (Bankers Hill), 2 in Chula Vista, and 1 in El Cajon. St. Paul's strives to be the most outstanding and innovative senior home an #J-18808-Ljbffr St. Paul's Senior Services