Activities Specialist

Presbyterian Homes

  • Evanston, IL
  • $20.66-28.82 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Description :$20.66-$28.82 per hour (Based on years of experience)Schedule: Full Time - (9am-5pm) - Sunday to Thursday.Looking for an opportunity to be an Activities Specialist where you can really make a difference? Join the Westminster Place Team!We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Activities Specialist, to provide exceptional care for our residents. This role involves both direct and indirect care under the supervision of the senior director of community programs.Position overview:The main function of this position is to plan and facilitate activity programs for residents at Westminster place. The job involves growing existing programs and implementing new ideas.Essential Functions:
  • Plan and implement activities for residents on information from assessments. Programming should address resident needs and interests and should build on individual abilities and strengths while taking into consideration individual challenges. Responsible for creative and innovative ideas that keep residents living at their highest possible functioning using the 7 dimensions of wellness to balance program and event offerings.
  • Plan and implement outings and special events.
  • Publicize (calendars, flyers, newsletter, Touchdown), supervises volunteers and gathers residents for programs. Provide instruction, motivation and assistance with programs and projects.
  • Creatively market programs and events to motivate those residents who need extra encouragement to participate.
  • Purchase supplies as necessary for programs and projects working within a budget set by supervisor.
Skills/Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related fields or equivalent experience working with older adults.
  • Previous experience with older adults and group work preferred.
  • Ability to work with older adults in groups and 1:1 setting.
  • Knowledge of planning and implementation process for programs.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Why Choose us?!Benefits:
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): With rollover and sellback options
  • Retirement Savings: 403(b) with employer match
  • Disability Coverage: Long-term and short-term plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services
  • Continuing Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
  • Life Insurance: Multiple coverage options to protect loved ones
  • Commuter Benefits: public transportation and mileage reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance: Coverage for pet’s health and wellbeing
  • Chaplain Counseling: Onsite 24/7 availability for spiritual and emotional support
Wellness:
  • Wellhub: Gym benefit for fitness and health.
  • Onsite Fitness Centers: Convenient access to gym facilities.
  • Employee Engagement: Organize events to build community.
  • Financial Counseling: Professional advice for financial wellbeing.
  • Mentorship Program: Guidance and career development.
About usPresbyterian Living is an independent, not-for-profit senior living care organization of Life Planning Communities offering peace of mind through full continuum of care - independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care. We welcome people from all backgrounds at our family of communities that has served the Chicago, Illinois area since 1904. Presbyterian Living proudly serves older adults at Westminster Place and Ten Twenty Grove in Evanston, Lake Forest Place in Lake Forest, and The Moorings in Arlington Heights.

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