Job description

About the Kensington Team

Have you been searching for an organization with heart? A work environment where you can make a difference in many lives? A place where you can grow professionally and personally?

Kensington Senior Living has been built upon two key values: a Love for Seniors and a Spirit to Serve. We want people who are dedicated to the mutually rewarding experience that comes from caring for others.

We are looking for a bright and energetic person to work part time in our Activities Department. We are an Assisted living facility with residents living with dementia. Must be caring and a team player. Must be able to multitask and be able to go with the flow. Must enjoy working with seniors. Saturdays are required.

Summary: The Activities Assistant assists the Life Enrichment Manager with the development and delivery of activity programs for our residents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in the planning, development, and implementation of activities which are specifically designed to enrich the lives of our residents. Assists with development of the monthly activity calendar.
• Leads one on-one and group activities. Prepares rooms, equipment, and supplies prior to each activity. Encourages resident and family participation in activities.
• Assists the Life Enrichment Manager in evaluating the effectiveness of activities programs, individual needs, and participation levels of each resident.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be able to communicate with people of all ages clearly and proficiently, while maintaining an energetic and positive attitude.
• Ability to work effectively within a team-based environment.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Must have excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma is required.
• Must be able to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Experience in a similar position in retirement living or home care is preferred.
• Experience with dementia is a plus.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• How many years of Life Enrichment or Activity Planning experience do you have?

Experience:

• Nursing home: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

gatheringourvoice.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, gatheringourvoice.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, gatheringourvoice.org is the ideal place to find your next job.