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Life Care Companies, LLC

Activities Assistant - Health Center

Life Care Companies, LLC, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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Job Description

When you work at

The Cypress of Charlotte , you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!

The Cypress of Charlotte

is recruiting for a hospitality focused full-time

Activities Assistant

to join our Health Center team to work Monday through Friday, 8am - 4:30pm, may includes holidays and some weekends.

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Health Center Activities Assistant:

Prepares and conducts large and small group activities to include but not limited to; music, church groups, bingo, exercise, wine and cheese parties, formal teas, birthday parties, reminiscence, crafts, cooking, Wii programs, educational programs, computer applications including e-mail and SKYPE, planned outings, special programs, events, pet visits, garden groups, and other evening and/or weekend groups. Prepares and conducts one-to-one and/or bedside activities to include but not limited to soft hands, sensory stimulation, reading mail/books/magazines, and writing communications. Prepare and perform holiday celebrations for religious and non-religious occasions. Maintains current knowledge of trends in recreation and activity fields including acquiring CEUs through attending seminars, workshops, and conferences in working towards and maintaining NCCAP Certification. Communicates information to Activities Director for care plan meetings and other meetings as required. Coordinates services with other departments and involves other departments in activities as applicable. Decorates appropriately for holiday functions and special events. Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations as they relate to activity programming within a skilled nursing facility. Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

A minimum of six months' similar work experience. Must be or be able to become eligible for NCCAP Certification at the Activity Assistant Level within 1 year. Ability to coordinate activities for both individual and group duties. Creative programming skills. Strong communication and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. Must be able to effectively communicate, read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English. Pay Range: $18 - $20 per hour depending on experience.

PERKS OUTSIDE OF THE PAYCHECK:

Optional Daily Pay (work today, get paid tomorrow) Employee Referral Bonus Program Employee Recognition Program Employee Discount Program Employee Appreciation Bonuses Senior advocacy Rewarding hospitality-driven environment Growth opportunities Diverse culture Open door atmosphere Free employee meals Free parking Flexible work schedule Beautiful, resort-like campus on over 60-acres

Available benefits for full-time employees include medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, disability, 401(k) with company match, and a generous paid time off program. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the month following 30-days of employment.

Drug-free workplace.

EEO & E-verify employer.

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