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Activities leader

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Location

onsite, Williamsville, NY, United States

Salary

$32k – $34k/yr

Commitment

Part Time

Level

Entry with Degree

Required skills

Activity planningGeriatric careTransportation coordinationProgram supervisionResident engagementCommunicationCultural arts programmingInterpersonal skills

Job Description

Job Details:

Job Location: Williamsville Campus - Williamsville, NY

Position Type: Regular Part Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Other

We are looking for an experienced and motivated activities assistant to join our growing team in Williamsville, NY.

About us:

Canterbury Woods is a continuing care retirement community unlike any you’ve ever seen. We have one goal and one commitment: We provide older adults with the best possible living experience. From independent living to a full continuum of care, residents can always expect a lifestyle that meets their needs and interests.

Activities assistant position details:

We are hiring for a Regular Part Time (22 hours/week) position. The scheduled hours will be some weekdays 9am - 3pm, with availability to work Saturday & Sunday every other weekend 9am - 3pm. The candidate will be working on our Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Memory Care floors.

Activities assistant job duties include:

  • Participates in community planning related to the interests of the residents and their needs.
  • Coordinates transportation for trips/outings when necessary.
  • Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the community.
  • Participates in resident/group council meetings when/if requested and provides support service to such councils.
  • Supervises programs as necessary.
  • Encourages residents to participate in program.

Activities assistant benefits include:

  • Health insurance available.
  • Dental and life insurance available.
  • Paid vacation, personal, holiday, and sick time.
  • 401k with employer match.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Referral and retention bonus program.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • Free onsite state-of-the-art gym and pool.

Qualifications:

Activities assistant qualifications:

  • Experience in organizing, planning, promoting and directing cultural arts activities is preferred.
  • Experience working with a geriatric population is preferred.
  • Must be high energy, with a positive attitude and a desire to bring joy to our residents.

Ready to join the team?

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