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The Gardens at Collinwood

Activities Assistant

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What they do

A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$34,296 / year median in Colorado

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Activities Assistant The Gardens at Collinwood Fort Collins, CO Job Details Part-time $16 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Safety data sheet (SDS) reading Customer communication Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Copy machines Content editing In-person customer service Microsoft Publisher Working with seniors Driver's License Older adults Newsletters (communication methods) Working with families Spiritual well-being Full Job Description Join our team as an Activity Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Help plan and lead engaging activities that promote connection, wellness, and joy while creating meaningful experiences each day. If you're compassionate, energetic, and enjoy working with seniors, we'd love to hear from you. This position offers a flexible schedule with some weekends and holidays required.
Benefits Include:
Medical Insurance - HDHP or PPO (Full-time employees only) Vision/Dental/Life Insurance (Full-time employees only) Health Savings Account with Company Match (Full-time employees only) Flexible Spending Account Company matching 403(b) Plan Paid Vacation Personal, Sick and Holidays Paid Volunteer Program Total Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Wages on Demand These benefits may be reduced depending on FT, PT, PRN or temporary job status. To receive certain benefits, eligible employees may be required to meet participation requirements and pay required premiums and other contributions. Bethesda Senior Living Communities reserves the right to pay a wage/salary that is lower or higher than the above posted compensation range.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Demonstrates a SERVANT heart and attitude by following our Mission Statement. Plans, organizes and participates in daily activities and special events. Assists in conducting New Resident Orientation. Tracks attendance and encourages residents to participate in activities. Conducts daily activities following community's policies and procedures. Interacts with residents and their families to ensure activity needs of residents are being met. Provides transportation for residents using time management and customer service skills. Assumes duties of Activity Director in his/her absence. Assists in the development of the monthly activities calendar that provides a variety of activities that will stimulate interest by the residents. Assists the Activity Director in development of the quarterly newsletter that is used as an information tool for residents and families in addition to being a marketing tool for the community. Assists in maintaining an inventory of activity supplies and ensures supplies are in proper working order and stored in a safe manner. Maintains confidentiality of residents' personal information in and out of the community and protects and supports residents' rights. Assists with tours and inquires as needed Ensures coverage is scheduled to maintain resident activity schedule. Recruits and assists in organizing volunteers. Assists the Activities Director in promoting resident participation in daily activities. Educates residents on Emergency Plan. Participates in and assists with procedures associated with emergency drills and actual emergency situations within the community. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Must possess knowledge of activities that will meet residents' mental, physical, social, and spiritual needs. Must possess excellent writing and editing skills Must be able to multitask and work with frequent interruptions. Must possess excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to communicate with residents, families, and staff. Must show compassion and genuinely care for the elderly and disabled. Must be knowledgeable of the location of the MSDS sheets on hazardous materials and able to understand the guidelines. Must be able to work independently and as a team to prioritize work load as emergencies arise. Must possess current, active driver's license with an excellent driving record. A CDL may be required for large vans in accordance with state requirements. Must have working knowledge of personal computers, scanners, digital cameras, copiers and printers.
Education/Experience:
High school degree or equivalent preferred. Previous experience working in a care facility desired. Certified Activity Director, Recreational Therapist, or Occupational Therapist is desired. Must have previous experience in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), Publisher, Print Shop, and the ability to work with other applicable software.
Working Environment/Physical Requirements:
Position requires strenuous physical work. Heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently. Drives and/or accompanies residents to outside activities frequently, occasionally in inclement weather.