Activity Specialist / Independent Living / Full Time

Job Details: Job Location: Wesley Commons

• Greenwood, SC, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Position Summary: The Activity Specialist is responsible for the execution of activities, assisting with the wellness programs and residential services for Independent Living residents.

Essential Functions

Perform general clerical functions for Activities such as typing, filing and copying. This includes but is not limited to sign-up sheets, invitations, and concert programs. Responsible for monitoring local events and maintaining the current events binder for residents and their guests to use at their discretion. Performs customer service functions by answering resident requests and questions promptly.

Responsible for providing innovative activity suggestions to the IL Activities Coordinator monthly. Assist in planning the monthly activity calendar for Independent Living and at times take lead when necessary. Assist in researching activities for the Independent Living via the internet and other resources. Responsible for taking pictures of events and composing captions to use in the Wesley Window and social media by the Life Enrichment Director.

Transport residents to scheduled outings using company vehicles. Create the transportation schedule each month to ensure transportation is available for the time and day of planned activity. Responsible for activity set-up and assisting with wellness and other campus program set-ups on an as-needed basis. Responsible for creating BEO’s for special events and submitting them to Culinary on a weekly/monthly basis.

Maintain detailed interdepartmental communication with all stakeholders in the successful implementation of events. Responsible for facilitating special activities such as speakers, concerts, holiday events, etc. Responsible for coordinating trips including research, sign-ups and advertising for various trips and activities.

Responsible for coordinating routine activities such as bingo, movies, crafts, shopping trips, etc. Run miscellaneous errands for Independent Living such as picking up supplies for activities. Have availability to travel out of town or work irregular hours as deemed necessary to include but not limited to Saturday and Sunday activities.

Responsible for the weekly Wesley Window publication. Assist IL Activities Coordinator with digital signage and mobile app communications for Independent Living residents. Support activities staff from Assisted Living and Health and Rehabilitation Center when needed. Demonstrate professional and courteous conduct with all guests, residents, visitors and staff.

Develop a professional, welcoming relationship with residents to promote program interest and participation. This also includes accepting ideas for trips and events as well as feedback from previous events. Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers to assist with campus activities. Provide protection to residents in inclement weather as needed.

Adhere to all HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent customer service skills. Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative. Must be highly motivated, energetic and flexible. Creativity is required to assist in the planning, developing, implementing, interpreting and execution of activities and events. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to work cooperatively with other team members. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Proficient in the use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite programs and Canva.

Qualifications

Two years’ experience in a social or recreation program in a health care setting or a two-year degree with an emphasis in a health care preferred. Required to have a valid SC drivers’ license and CPR certification. Experience in leading adult craft and painting classes, socials, and/or event management for events up to 300 people is preferred.

Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Prolonged periods of standing, walking or talking when conducting activities. Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities #IND