Kensington Senior Living, LLC

Job DescriptionJob Description Why Kensington Senior Living? Because Our Promise to love and care for your family as we do our own. These are not just words - but something all of us at Kensington Senior Living strive to deliver each day. We're looking for an Activities Assistant in Assisted Living to join our Kensington Redondo Beach Community. Join us to discover your path, grow your purpose, and embrace the unexpected: deeper connections, greater opportunities, and a stronger sense of belonging. Schedule: Part-Time - 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Summary: The Activities Assistant shall assist the Activities Coordinator with the development and delivery of an ongoing program of activities. The program focuses on meeting the interests and the physical, mental, spiritual, and psychosocial well-being of each resident in the Assisted Living neighborhood. Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in the planning, development, and implementation of activities which are specifically designed enrich the lives of residents. Assists with development of the monthly calendars. Leads one on one and small, medium, and large group activities. Prepares rooms, equipment and supplies prior to each activity and clean up after each activity. Encourages resident and family participation in activities. Transports residents to and from activities as needed. Assists with documentation such as daily attendance records, monthly activities calendars, precautions list, and transportation logs. Assists with media correspondence, mailings, newsletters, bulletin boards and displays. Coordinates the preparation of monthly bulletin boards and seasonal decorations. Assists the Activities Coordinator in evaluating a) effectiveness of activities programs, b) individual needs, and c) participation levels of each resident. Attends training courses and participates in other professional development activities as required. Knowledge and Skill: Must be able to clearly and proficiently communicate with people of all ages, while maintaining an energetic and positive attitude. Ability to work effectively within a team based environment. Strong time management and organizational skills. Must have excellent computer skills, including; Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Property Management System. Qualifications: Must be able to clearly and proficiently communicate with people of all ages and abilities, displaying consideration of their rights and sensitivities, while maintaining an energetic, positive attitude. Must be able to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions. Must maintain a clean and well-groomed appearance and follow the dress code as outlined in the employee handbook. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings. Must have 6mos- 1yr of experience in the role. Demonstrates freedom from pulmonary tuberculosis by a health screening performed by a physician prior to employment. Must be cleared in a criminal background check administered in the state of employment. Experience in a similar position in retirement living, nursing home, or adult day care is preferred. High school diploma is required. Must have and maintain a valid driver license. Mental and Physical Requirements: Requires ability to stand and walk short and long distances for extended periods of time. Requires sitting, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms above, below, and at shoulder length. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The team member frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Must be able to push a minimum of 200 pounds and be able to push such weight a minimum distance of 200 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during an emergency. Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful situations.

Job DescriptionJob Description Why Kensington Senior Living? Because Our Promise to love and care for your family as we do our own. These are not just words - but something all of us at Kensington Senior Living strive to deliver each day. We're looking for an Activities Assistant in Assisted Living to join our Kensington Redondo Beach Community. Join us to discover your path, grow your purpose, and embrace the unexpected: deeper connections, greater opportunities, and a stronger sense of belonging. Schedule: Part-Time - 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Summary: The Activities Assistant shall assist the Activities Coordinator with the development and delivery of an ongoing program of activities. The program focuses on meeting the interests and the physical, mental, spiritual, and psychosocial well-being of each resident in the Assisted Living neighborhood. Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in the planning, development, and implementation of activities which are specifically designed enrich the lives of residents. Assists with development of the monthly calendars. Leads one on one and small, medium, and large group activities. Prepares rooms, equipment and supplies prior to each activity and clean up after each activity. Encourages resident and family participation in activities. Transports residents to and from activities as needed. Assists with documentation such as daily attendance records, monthly activities calendars, precautions list, and transportation logs. Assists with media correspondence, mailings, newsletters, bulletin boards and displays. Coordinates the preparation of monthly bulletin boards and seasonal decorations. Assists the Activities Coordinator in evaluating a) effectiveness of activities programs, b) individual needs, and c) participation levels of each resident. Attends training courses and participates in other professional development activities as required. Knowledge and Skill: Must be able to clearly and proficiently communicate with people of all ages, while maintaining an energetic and positive attitude. Ability to work effectively within a team based environment. Strong time management and organizational skills. Must have excellent computer skills, including; Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Property Management System. Qualifications: Must be able to clearly and proficiently communicate with people of all ages and abilities, displaying consideration of their rights and sensitivities, while maintaining an energetic, positive attitude. Must be able to read and write English and follow verbal and written instructions. Must maintain a clean and well-groomed appearance and follow the dress code as outlined in the employee handbook. Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings. Must have 6mos- 1yr of experience in the role. Demonstrates freedom from pulmonary tuberculosis by a health screening performed by a physician prior to employment. Must be cleared in a criminal background check administered in the state of employment. Experience in a similar position in retirement living, nursing home, or adult day care is preferred. High school diploma is required. Must have and maintain a valid driver license. Mental and Physical Requirements: Requires ability to stand and walk short and long distances for extended periods of time. Requires sitting, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms above, below, and at shoulder length. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The team member frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Must be able to push a minimum of 200 pounds and be able to push such weight a minimum distance of 200 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during an emergency. Ability to remain calm and positive in stressful situations.