Activities Assistant at Heritage Center

Heritage Center at Holiday Health Care is currently seeking a FT Activities Assistant to join our team! The candidates will help in the activity department by leading activities and assisting in the operations of the daily resident activities.

FT Assistant: Up to 40/hrs a week, must have evening and weekend availability

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess communication and people skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job. The minimum requirements include:

• Must be able to stand at least 85% of your job.
• Must be able to walk long distances around the facility. Must be able to climb, bend, swoop, and kneel.
• Must be able to carry at least 20 pounds or more.
• Must be able to speak and hear in a manner understood by most persons.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead daily activities by abiding by the scheduled activity calendar.
• Must be able to work when scheduled. Must be flexible if changes occur or if needed on short notice by Supervisor and/or Administrator.
• Must be willing and able to work all shifts if needed. Available to work weekends and able to work holidays.
• Must be able and willing to follow calendar, but flexible if changes need to be made.
• Must be able and willing to lead activities.
• At times, may provide back up to transportation driver's for activities held outside of the facility.
• Must be able to think of safety at all times when implementing activities, out of the building driving the bus, or on an outing. If an injury or accident occurs, must report immediately to Supervisor and/or Nurse. Must be aware of all disaster plans and know where and how to use fire extinguisher.
• Must be willing and able to alert Supervisor and/or Administrator of any behavior issues occurring between residents or with staff. Report any problems or concerns that may arise during the day. Record any behavior issues in the designated book in Activity Office.
• Must also be aware of budget limitations and not wasteful. Think recycle and reuse.
• Must be willing to do anything deemed necessary by either Supervisor and/or Executive Director to run the department in an orderly fashion.

Please visit our website at www.holidayhealthcare.com!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position is subject to legal background restrictions. Do you have any felony convictions that would legally prevent you from performing this role?

**We consider criminal history in accordance with applicable laws. A conviction does not automatically disqualify an applicant. Factors considered include the nature of the offense, time elapsed, and job‑relatedness.

• Are you at least 18 years of age?
• Have you ever worked for our organization before?

Experience:

• Activities: 1 year (Preferred)
• Assisted living: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person