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Spring Arbor Senior Living in Cary, NC is seeking a full time Activity & Wellness Assistant. Under the guidance and direction of the Programs Director, the Activity & Wellness Assistant assists in planning and organizing the Assisted Living and Memory Care activity program with an emphasis on the wellness, spiritual development, recreation, educational development and continued involvement in the community of all residents. A general understanding of the needs of seniors, flexibility in scheduling to assist with weekend and evening programming for the residents and the ability to work well with others and promote a team environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and direct group and one-on-one activities for residents in the community within budget while keeping records and receipts
• Develop and implement activities in accordance with community policies and state guidelines
• Decorate house for holidays and activities and update bulletin boards as needed
• Maintain activity room, stay within activity budget and clean up when activities are complete
• Maintain open communication with residents and residents’ families
• Transport residents for scheduled activities and appointments

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Strong interest in working with the senior population
• Ability to think creatively and put ideas into action
• Self motivated and independent
• Pleasant, friendly, and helpful at all times
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Dependable

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 years experience in a work related environment preferred
• Experience in Microsoft Office preferred
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• General understanding of the needs of seniors
• Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a substantial safety or health threat to self or others
• Flexibility in scheduling to assist with weekend and evening programming for the residents
• Ability to work well with others and promote a team environment

Just as a family makes a house a home, our family of dedicated professionals makes Spring Arbor a place where our residents feel loved, like an extension of the family. Spring Arbor has continued to build on its successes, owning and operating 24 senior living communities throughout Virginia, North Carolina and Maryland. From Residential Assisted Living to Memory Care, our team nurtures each resident's independence by promoting dignity and choice in a setting of compassionate care. Join our team and work with us here. You’ll love it!

As a progressive organization meeting the needs of a diverse workforce, in addition to the standard competitive benefits package we also offer 10 paid holidays as well as a paid birthday off, excellent health care benefits, and education assistance-to name just a few. To learn more about this exciting opportunity to join a great organization, visit www.springarborliving.com.

Spring Arbor Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.