Who we are: Easterseals Florida provides services daily that make a profound, positive difference in the lives of people living with disabilities and their families. We believe in the potential of each individual's ability to live, work, learn and play in their own communities. What we're looking for: We are looking for a compassionate and creative individual to work as a full-time (37.5 hours per week) Activities Assistant in our Winter Park adult day health care center, which serves adults with disabilities, dementia related disorders and other memory impairment conditions. The Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting the Activities Director in providing recreational, therapeutic, social and informative activities to meet the diverse needs of our members. The work schedule for the Activities Assistant is 9:00 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday. Basic Responsibilities:
What you'll be doing:
- Assisting the Activities Director in developing the monthly calendar of activities to stimulate interaction, promote constructive leisure time, and motivate the members to function at their maximum level of independence
- Providing quality activities and assisting with planning and participating in community outings and special activities (holiday parties, cultural events, etc)
- Completing required activity-related documentation
- Assisting with the preparation of snacks and meals, providing personal care and maintaining the safety of the members
- Answering inquiries about the adult day services program and providing tours that effectively communicat the scope of the program
- Supervising program volunteers, including providing tours and ensuring volunteer documentation is completed and submitted
Qualifications:
What we value:
- Minimum of a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience providing care to persons with disabilities, dementia or other memory related disorders
- An energetic creative and professional individual who will portray and promote a positive, respectful, and team-based environment
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Training on Alzheimer's Disease or Related Disorders, as well as Elder Abuse and Neglect training, is a plus
- Ability to work flexible hours when needed to meet the needs of the program
Easterseals Florida is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Candidates are subject to all required background checks & drug testing procedures in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act.