Job description

At JSL you are part of a warm and inviting community that provides support services and quality living to older adults. Our residents enjoy a full range of social and cultural programs and activities while residing in our assisted living communities.

The right candidate for this position is someone who truly enjoys the company of older adults and who will be dedicated to ensuring their wellness and satisfaction. This position requires exemplary character and integrity be exhibited while carrying out the duties of this position.

JSL is looking for actively engaged candidates to join our team and enhance the lives of our residents. This position plans, organizes, and directs; educational, social, wellness activities and events for residents of Jewish Senior Life at Fleischman Residence/Blumberg Plaza.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates and develops interpersonal activities for greater socialization so that residents can thrive in a communal living setting.

• Plan, organize, and direct a program of activities, which provides opportunity for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression and fulfills basic psychological, social, and spiritual needs.
• Promote activities within the community.
• Manage resident activity assessments.
• Attend family care conferences; building relationships with both families and residents.
• Create an ongoing calendar of activities.
• Maintain attendance records.
• Develop and distribute a monthly calendar of events.
• Assist with employee enrichment events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Skills:

• College coursework or degree in therapeutic recreation or related discipline preferred. Certification a plus.
• Two year's experience in a social or recreational program.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact with a diverse group of team members, residents, and family members.
• High degree of interpersonal relationship skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Considerable initiative, judgment, and leadership.
• Problem solving and reasoning abilities.
• Creative and energetic.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office products

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Experience:

• Working with Senior Adults: 2 years (Preferred)
• Dementia care: 2 years (Preferred)
• Activity Planning: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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