- Salary
- $19 – $21/hr
- Location
- Valley Village, CA, CA
- Type
- Part-time
- Experience
- 18+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
Job description
Glen Park at Valley Village is now looking for someone to join our team in an Activities Assistant position to work with seniors with memory impairments.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Designs and conducts activities for residents that encourage continued social functioning and continued independence in activities of daily.
2. Ensures activities include:
a. Socialization – which encourages interaction among residents; e.g. Reminiscence group discussions, current events, bingo, arts &crafts, period music and care of pets.
b. Daily Living Skills- which maintain independent functioning; e.g. walks in the building, morning and afternoon snacks, breakfast out & lunch out.
c. Leisure Time Activities – which encourages personal interests and involvement with other residents; e.g. card games, bowling, movie matinees and gardening.
d. Physical Activities- which develop and maintain strength, coordination and range of motion e.g. Velcro games, dancing and exercise.
e. Education- which include continued learning and interest; e.g. police/fire department safety lectures, travel presentations and bible stud.
B. Minimum Qualifications
1. At least 18 years of age.
2. At least one year of related experience.
3. Able to pass a physical exam and criminal record review.
4. Current training in Basic First Aid and CPR.
C. Special Skills Needed to Perform the Job
1. Have the personal characteristics, physical energy, and competence to work effectively with older residents, families, and staff.
Our residents deserve the very best so we are seeking people who understand hospitality, integrity, and have a real compassion for people. If you are seriously driven to be the best and accept nothing less from yourself, please apply for this position.
Glen Park at Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do pre-employment background checks, drug screening, employment verification, and reference checks.
Working in our retirement communities, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our seniors every day. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and a great work environment.
Job Type: part-time
Pay: $19-21/hour
Work Location: In person
