Position Details

Do you have a passion for assisting Seniors live their fullest life possible?

Maybe you're looking to make a job change and love working with Seniors. This Activities Assistant role offers a contingent schedule assisting with resident-centered activities, including a balance of physical, intellectual, religious, arts and crafts programs, sensory/stimulation programs, and community outings as well as visit and provide activities for room-bound residents. You're working in THEIR home, our Senior Living Grand Rapids Community, so making every day the best it can be is the goal.

This contingent day shift role does include working every other weekend to give our seniors a consistent, activity-filled schedule.

W elcome to Samaritas Nation!

Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.

APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!

   

This Activities Assistant position pays $15.00 per hour.

• What's In It For You

  Some of the benefits you may receive are:

  Contingent
• • Retirement Plan (403b) – Contributions

• Awesome Employee Discounts

• UKG Wallet - Pre-Pay Options

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Job Summary Conducts individual and group activities for residents at assigned center, under the direction of the Activities Director. Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct resident-centered activities, including a balance of physical, intellectual, religious, arts and crafts programs, sensory/stimulation programs, and community outings under supervision of the Activities Director.

• Visit with and provide a variety of activities to room-bound residents.

• Transport residents to and from campus activities, as needed.

• Document and maintain accurate records related to residents' level of activity and participation.

• Maintain adequate levels of supplies and report equipment and supply needs to supervisor; store supplies and equipment in assigned storage areas and activity centers.

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Job Qualifications Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

  Experience

• Experience working with older adults in a group setting preferred.

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Requisition Number2024-10670

Employee TypeContingent

Hours Per Pay Period34

ShiftVaried

Work HoursVaried

Weekends and/or Holidays RequiredYes

On Call RequiredNo

Position LocationUS-MI-Grand Rapids