Activities Assistant - Waverly Inn

Company: Koelsch Communities
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

We create happiness by providing the finest living experiences anywhere! Why? To provide our beloved residents, many with cognitive disabilities, the fun, energetic, and exciting life they deserve. By joining the Koelsch team, you will have the opportunity to literally change lives daily! Does your current job offer this opportunity?HIRING IMMEDIATELY!!Full-time opportunity!Competitive pay!Multiple Shifts!Walk-in interviews, weekdays from 9am-5pm!Individuals with a keen interest in theater, musical performance, or teaching art to groups strongly encouraged to apply.BENEFITS Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, and other insurances (pay as low as $40 per pay period!) Receive $900 annually paid into your HSA account Employer HSA Contributions Employee Assistance Program Earn $500 through our referral program Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays Work/Life Balance, consistent/flexible schedules Opportunity for growth within the organization Achievement Awards Length of Service Bonuses: up to $2,000 progressively paid out over tenure Signature company jacket and plaque awarded every 5 years of service Complimentary meal during scheduled shiftACTIVITIES ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES Engage residents one-on-one and in small and large groups Facilitate games, conversations, exercise classes, art and music, trips, and special events Partner with the Active Living Director, other Active Living Coordinators, and Caregivers for our Living Well program Perform other duties as assignedACTIVITIES ASSISTANT QUALIFICATIONS A current CPR/First Aid certificate Must be drug-free and submit to drug screening upon hire Must be able to pass a criminal background check upon hire and as required by state regulationsCOVID-19 RESPONSE: CONTROL AND PREVENTION Our Staff and resident vaccinations exceed CDC study percentages. Completed over 100 vaccine clinics to date, giving nearly 5,000 COVID-19 vaccines. Screening of EVERY person who enters a community for temperature, symptoms, travel history, and known exposure. Frequent and routine aerosol misting of viral disinfectant in the community. Installation of air purifiers throughout the community. Installation of ultraviolet sanitation stations at the entrance of many communities. Routine infection control training for staff and essential visitors. An increase in both food and PPE stock. Working with local and state health departments. Continuously evaluating conditions and making improvements to our COVID-19 prevention and response.ABOUT KOESLCH COMMUNITIESWe are third-generation, family-owned, and operated. Koelsch Communities operates nearly 40 communities in eight states, with multiple new communities in development. Koelsch has led the Senior Living industry for over 60 years, delivering world-class customer service, home craftsmanship, and unprecedented amenities. Koelsch Communities strives to provide a positive, rewarding, and enjoyable environment to all of its employees and residents. After all, the common purpose at Koelsch Communities is: To create happiness by providing the finest living experiences anywhere.Koelsch Communities is an equal opportunity employer and these protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions/demotions, training, and any other career development programs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status (physical or mental), family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation or any other non-merit-based factors.Keywords: Active Living Coordinator, Active Living Assistant, Activities, Assistant, Senior Living, Activities Assistant, Activity Assistant, Life Enrichment Coordinator, Activity Coordinator, Lifelong Learning Program Coordinator, Program Coordinator, Program Assistant, Reminiscing Coordinator, Memory Care Assistant, Recreation Therapy Assistant, Recreation Therapy Coordinator, veteran, military spouse

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