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Grandhaven Senior Living
Activities Assistant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$30,438 / year median in Michigan
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Grandhaven Senior Living currently has an opening for an Activities Assistant to join our growing team. In this position you will be working with our residents and enriching their lives on a daily bases. If you're looking for more than a job, come join our team of outstanding people and see how we make a difference at Grandhaven Senior Living.
Job Responsibilities:
Set up the physical area as needed for the type of activity planned as directed. Develop, print and post daily informational schedule on bulletin board in locations as directed by Activity Director. Advertise to co-workers in other departments of activity schedule. Follow instructions for implementation of group activities as directed. Report any changes in tenant response to group activities (ie behavioral, psychosocial, sensory, physical) to nursing staff as directed. Keep tenant activity attendance records as directed.Job Requirements:
High school diploma preferred Prior experience in planning and implementing activities and events preferred Prior experience working with senior adults preferred Prior experience caring for persons with dementia and Alzheimer's disease preferred Friendly outgoing demeanor and positive attitude We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Benefits
- Dental Insurance