Activity Assistant

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP Benefits of (Activity Assistant) position: Low Cost Health Insurance Vacation and Sick Time Great Work Environment 401k Matched at 10% Flexible Hours (8-hour shifts) Paid Holidays Tuition Assitance Instant Pay (*TapCheck) Robust Employee Appreciation Program Job location: West Bend, WI Samaritan Nursing and Rehab makes it top priority to care for seniors with the respect, compassion, and dignity they deserve. We understand that caring is what makes a community and without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community. It is what sets us apart from any other Skilled Nursing Facility. At Samaritan Nursing and Rehab ,our nursing staff are overly courteous, respectful and maintain a high level of professionalism at all times. Our primary goal is to get you back in a condition to be independent once again while maintaining a friendly environment and providing nutritionally enhanced meals. We are currently recruiting for a Activity Assistant to join our team! We are looking for a Activity Assistant to help care for our patients and facilitate their speedy recovery. You will also be responsible for educating them and their families on prevention and healthy habits. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the greatest social experience to our residents, with little supervision. You will be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently. The goal is to-promote patient's being-by providing fun and exciting activities. Responsibilities:Activity Assistant To assist with daily recreational, physical, social, spiritual, intellectual, group and individual activities while taking into consideration the residents' interest profile Assist with special family and resident events to recognize secular, religious, national and indigenous holidays, birthdays and theme parties Attend all marketing events, residents' parties and family/resident luncheons and/or dinners Requirements:Activity Assistant Two years of experience in a social/recreational program preffered Knowledgeable about various activities such as Arts & Crafts and enjoy singing and dancing Responsible, punctual, resourceful, creative, enthusiastic and sensitive to the needs of the elderly Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently AND as a team member #J-18808-Ljbffr