Activities Assistant Full Time Days | 8am-4:30pm | Monday-Friday Only
Asbury Place Kingsport is currently seeking an Activities Assistant for a Full time position working 8a m-4:30 pm. Asbury Place Kingsport proudly provides high quality, compassionate services in assisted living, residential living, and memory support care for residents of Kingsport, TN, and surrounding areas. Let's do all the good we can in this world together.
What does Asbury Place offer employees? Comprehensive medical, vision and dental benefits Complimentary Counseling services Short Term/Long term disability insurance Flexible Spending Account Growth and development opportunities! What will I do as an Activities Assistant? Ensures that each resident has opportunities to be engaged in programming that meets their needs and embraces all components of wellness: physical, spiritual, vocational, emotional, social and intellectual. Promotes the highest level of functionality and independence that residents can achieve and maintain. Works with the interdisciplinary team in skilled nursing and assisted living to determine what these levels are and how to best approach these goals. Assists in the development, implementation, and coordination of a calendar of activities in accordance with the needs, interests and capabilities of residents as determined by discussion with residents and team members. Creates and establishes positive relationships with entertainers, churches and community groups in order to provide education and promote public relationships. Directs individualized therapy programs for residents in goal planning and support/care plan meetings to set standards for resident participation and evaluate progress. Uses current techniques in validation, re-motivation, reality orientation and Montessori approaches as dictated by client situation and safety. What is required in this position? High school diploma or GED equivalency required. Degree in Recreation, Human Services, or National Certification Council for Activity Professionals, preferred. One (1)+ year(s) experience working in recreation or activities, preferably in a health care facility. Experience working in a dementia care, personal care or assisted living retirement setting a plus. Valid Driver's license. What makes Asbury Place unique? Asbury Place Kingsport is much more than just another senior community. Established in 1989, we have been the trusted retirement living choice for Tri-Cities seniors for 35 years. With beautiful views of Bays Mountain in East Tennessee, Asbury Place Kingsport is a senior community designed to support a more fulfilling and secure future for seniors. At Asbury Place Kingsport, the strength and spirit of our Appalachian heritage is mirrored in the pride our campus leadership, associates, and residents take in building a community spirit where we work in collaboration to forge a more engaging path through the natural process of aging.
Why work here? At Asbury Place Kingsport, we provide a welcoming environment with new opportunities , a place where you can continue to grow with maintenance-free living that gives you time to make the most out of each day.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
