Activities Assistant

Company: MorningStar Senior Management
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: January 22, 2023

Job Description:

Make a difference by leading a team in creating a fun and valued experience for our treasured residentsAt MorningStar Senior Living, we talk a lot about culture. In fact, we rather obsess about it. For without a transformative culture, we cannot begin to elevate and celebrate the lives of our resident-heroes, and be ourselves changed for the good in the process. So, we seek great hearts, other people like us, who care and want to do work that matters. We select people like us who believe that the most satisfying life is one that is outward-bound and rooted in servant-leadership.JOB SUMMARYLife Enrichment Assistants work closely with residents and team members to develop activities that keep residents mentally, physically and creatively engaged within a comprehensive activity program. You will have the opportunity to know each resident and find out what each person is passionate about, encouraging them to share their talents and join in the fun.Position is for 5 days per weekPOSITION OVERVIEW Organize programs for group and individual activities based on residents' individualized needs Coordinate scheduled activities with other departments, sometimes dovetailing with marketing Identify and evaluate personal, emotional, and environmental concerns that prevent or limit a resident's full use of medical and restorative care. Prepare a monthly calendar of future activities Recruit, orient, and supervise volunteers and staff to maintain related records; communicate volunteer needs to the broader area Assess the interest of the residents in using facilities throughout the broader neighborhood/town, and make associated arrangementsQUALIFICATIONS: Demonstration of our Core Values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, Respect.2+ of experience in a social or recreational program preferably in leading full-time in a resident activities program in a health care setting.Completion of all applicable certifications and requirements of the state.Valid driver's license requiredEEOPosition is for 5 days per week - Days to be determined between successful candidate and supervisor

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