Activity Assistant (Part-time)

Vista Senior Living Management is a dedicated branch tailored specifically for senior communities. Specializing in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living services, Vista ensures unparalleled personalized care and 24-hour assistance for our residents, assuring a consistent and exceptional experience. Our unwavering mission is to provide an outstanding care experience rooted in genuine compassion and humble dedication to our senior’s well-being.

Lakeshore Manor is a proud member of the Vista Senior Living Management network, where compassionate care meets exceptional living. With 16 communities spanning across multiple states, Vista Senior Living specializes in Assisted Living and Memory Care services. Our dedicated team ensures a nurturing environment where seniors thrive and find joy in every moment.

Position: Activity Assistant (Part-time - day time hours, rotating weekends)

Lakeshore Manor is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Activity Assistant.. to join our team in Oshkosh, WI. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing exceptional care to our residents, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being in a warm and supportive environment. Activity Assistant organizes and participates in person-specific activity programming, including one-to-one interventions, small-group facilitation, and large-group presentations. Capable of documenting individual participation and value of approaches in the medical record. Your main responsibility will be to provide our residents with meaningful daily activities that engage our residents while having fun and having an upbeat and positive attitude.

Job functions will include:

• Assist with planning, coordinating and implementing activities to meet the physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual and emotional needs of our residents
• Create environments where moments of joy, independence, and wellness are the focus each and every day
• Help design programs to encourage socialization
• Provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment and improve daily living skills
• Prepare and maintain reports on resident’s progress
• Ensure activity areas are safe and well maintained
• Generate enthusiasm to encourage and motivate participation

Ideal candidates will have:

• A passion for working with people
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain cooperative working relationships
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal
• Problem-solving skills
• The ability to remain calm and adapt to changing situations
• Ability to work under stress while remaining caring and kind
• Ability to understand and work in a variety of situations in a positive and constructive manner
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to set and meet deadlines
• Ability to be imaginative, creative, and innovative
• Musical/ arts & crafts experience preferred

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.50 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Rotating weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Oshkosh, WI 54901 (Required)

Work Location: In person