Date Posted: November 4, 2020

Deadline: October 16, 2020

Organization: Wesley Commons

Location: Greenwood

City: Greenwood

Website: View Website

Job Type: Full Time

Wages/Salary: Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

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Requirements:

Non-Essential Functions:

  • CPR certification and First Aid will be required and expected to be maintained.
  • Special assignments as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.
  • Must be highly motivated, energetic and flexible.
  • Creativity is required in order to assist in the planning, developing, implementing, interpreting and execution of activities and events.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with other team members.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Proficient in the use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite programs or related software.

Qualifications:

  • Two years’ experience in a social or recreation program in a health care setting or a two-year degree with an emphasis in a health care preferred.
  • Required to have a valid SC drivers’ license and CPR certification.
  • Experience in leading adult craft and painting classes, line dancing, and/or event management for events up to 300 people is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Prolonged periods of standing, walking or talking when conducting activities.
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organizations facilities.

License:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • CPR (Preferred)
Job Description:

Position Summary: The Activity Assistant is responsible for the execution of activities, assisting with the wellness programs and residential services for Independent Living residents.

Essential Functions:

  • Perform general clerical functions for Activities such as typing, filing and copying.
  • Performs customer service functions by answering resident requests and questions promptly.
  • Responsible for providing innovative activity suggestions to the IL Activities Coordinator monthly.
  • Assist in planning the monthly activity calendar for Independent Living.
  • Assist in researching activities for the Independent Living via the Internet.
  • Responsible for taking pictures of events to use in the Wesley Window and social media publications by the Campus Communications Manager.
  • Transport residents to scheduled outings using company vehicle.
  • Create the transportation schedule one month in advance to ensure transportation is available for the time and day of planned activity.
  • Responsible for activity set-up and assisting with wellness and other campus program set-ups on an as-needed basis.
  • Responsible for creating BEO’s for special events and submitting them to Culinary on a weekly/monthly basis.
  • Responsible for facilitating special activities such as Breakfast Club, concerts, holiday events, etc.
  • Responsible for coordinating trips including research, sign-ups and advertising for various trips and activities.
  • Assist with routine activities such as Bingo, movies, cards, shopping trips, etc.
  • Run miscellaneous errands for Independent Living such as, picking up supplies for activities.
  • Have availability to travel out of town or work irregular hours as deemed necessary to include, but not limited to Saturday and Sunday activities.
  • Demonstrate professional and courteous conduct with all guests, residents, visitors and staff.
  • Provide protection to residents in inclement weather as needed.
  • Adhere to all HIPAA guidelines.
Schedule:
Application Process:
Application link below. Resumes may be mailed or emailed to:

Wesley Commons
1110 Marshall Road
Greenwood, SC 29646

e-mail: applicants@wesleycommons.org
Employer Address:

1110 Marshall Rd
Greenwood, SC 29646
United States

Our organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, or disability.