Looking for a rewarding career in senior living? Look no further than Hayden Grove Senior Living of St. Anthony! We are currently seeking a compassionate, outgoing Activities Assistant to join our growing team! Join us in our mission to create a welcoming and supportive community for our Hayden Grove residents!

About Great Lakes Management:

At GLM we don't have a job - we have a Mission - to make a positive difference in the lives of others. We are driven by our core values of Accountability, Compassion and Teamwork.

We come to work ready to win the day, every day, which creates a dynamic work environment where employees feel empowered and encouraged. GLM is committed to attracting, training, and retaining the highest quality employees, as demonstrated by the current average tenure of corporate level employees of 9 years and the executive team of over 18 years.

Activities Assistant Job Details:

• Hours - Every other weekend(Sat-Sun) / One afternoon/evening weekday shift
• Location - 2601 Stinson Pkwy NE, St. Anthony MN 55418

Job Objective(s):

Responsible to assist Life Enrichment Director in planning and leading a variety of activity programs designed to meet the resident's social, physical, mental, emotional, and sensory needs. Occasionally operate 14 passenger bus to drive residents to and from outings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year activities experience in independent retirement, assisted living, adult day services or long-term care facility serving a senior population.
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
• Must pass a DOT physical
• Ability to operate 14 passenger activity bus when needed
• Ability to use basic Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) computer programs.
• Creativity in developing and planning activity programs.
• Group leadership and interpersonal skills to lead one on one, small, and large group activities.
• Able to make responsible choices and decisions, and act in a resident's best interest.
• Strong organizational skills
• Good work ethic
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Able to read, write, spell, do basic math, speak and understand English

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for assisting Life Enrichment Director with planning, promotion, and facilitating/leading each event or program.

• Assess resident's recreational and social needs.
• Support development of monthly Activity Calendar of Events.
• Lead small, large and one on one activity programs with seniors.

• Research and recommend to Coordinator entertainment/educational speakers/church representatives, etc.
• Support coordination of transportation needs to outside events/programs in accordance with established policies and procedures. Accompany residents on field trips as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with assigned volunteers and direct their assignments to support the resident programming.
• Maintain the STSW bus interior and exterior.
• Report maintenance needs in timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.