Activities Director

This position will establish a program of activities that is stimulating and that fosters a positive atmosphere through leisure activities that meet the spiritual, cultural, physical, intellectual and social needs of residents both inside and outside the Community.

Job Duties:

Essential Functions Support the mission, vision, and culture of the organization through positive communication and leadership. Contribute to Community relationships by demonstrating cooperation and professional conduct with residents, families, fellow associates, physicians, pharmacies and other vendors or persons. Contribute to team effort by being flexible in work assignments; by furnishing support; by taking initiative; and by understanding how this position affects and compliments all other Community positions. Able to maintain work pace appropriate to given workload. Perform activities on schedule while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality within specified tolerance. Approach all encounters with residents and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner. Assist with planning and implementing events and activities. Promote residents attendance at events and activities. Assist in preparation of activity calendar and input of newsletter. Conduct activity programs as assigned. Drive community van and bus. Assist residents entering and exiting van or bus. Assist with decorations for holidays and special occasions. Assist residents with gardening projects. Assist with group activities, sing-a-longs, exercise classes. Added Responsibilities Respond appropriately to changes in the work setting. Perform other related assignments as required. Assist Community Relations Director with large community events. Assist the front desk, dining room, and yard work as needed. Be familiar with Northstar Senior Living Policies & Procedures Manual and Northstar Senior Living Associate Handbook.

Accountabilities:

Act on constructive feedback by listening to supervisor(s), customers and peers and use it to improve performance. Maintain resident, employee, and community confidentiality. Respect Resident's Rights. Demonstrate positive attitude and ability to work well with all people, particularly the elderly. Promote positive work environment that emphasizes teamwork. Demonstrate willingness to help other staff whenever needed.

Job Specifications:

Skill Must be at least 18 years old Must have required health screening, TB clearance, and criminal record clearance This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent certificate, computer literacy, and experience working with elderly. Must possess valid First Aid Certification, a valid license to drive a passenger vehicle, state required licenses, and a clean motor vehicle report. Must also be available for weekend coverage and on-call emergency situations on a rotating basis. Operate a VCR, DVD, and stereo system. Demonstrate positive attitude and ability to work well with all people, particularly the elderly. Promote positive work environment that emphasizes teamwork. Demonstrate willingness to help other staff whenever needed.

Effort Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you able to pass a criminal background check?

Experience:

Computer skills: 5 years (Required)

Activites Director:

1 year (Required)

Senior Living:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person