About this role
Position: Activities Assistant
Schedule: Mon - Fri, 9a - 5p with some nights/weekends
Pay: $19.00 - $21.50
Location: Charlotte, NC 28210
Who We Are:
At The Cypress of Charlotte, we offer more than just a workplace, we offer a vibrant, resort-style environment where meaningful work meets a strong sense of community. As Charlotte’s premier Life Plan Community, nestled on 65 scenic acres in SouthPark, The Cypress blends luxury living with compassionate care. Our team is made up of talented, diverse professionals who are deeply committed to making a positive impact every day. If you're looking for a warm, supportive setting where your contributions are valued and your work truly matters, The Cypress of Charlotte is a place where you can thrive!
What We Offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Employee assistance program
- On the Bus Line with discounted bus tickets
- Employee discount program
- Employee appreciation bonuses
- Free employee meals and parking
- Optional Daily Pay – Work today, get paid today
- An exceptional work environment that is both engaging and fun!
Position Summary:
The Cypress of Charlotte is recruiting for a hospitality focused Activities Assistant to join our Health Center team! This position is responsible for ensuring that activities are provided according to established standards, policies, and state and federal regulations using exemplary customer service to enhance the quality of life of Stewart Health Center residents.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Prepares and conducts large and small group activities to include but not limited to; music, church groups, bingo, exercise, wine and cheese parties, formal teas, birthday parties, reminiscence, crafts, cooking, Wii programs, educational programs, computer applications including e-mail and SKYPE, planned outings, special programs, events, pet visits, garden groups, and other evening and/or weekend groups.
- Prepares and conducts one-to-one and/or bedside activities to include but not limited to soft hands, sensory stimulation, reading mail/books/magazines, and writing communications.
- Prepare and perform holiday celebrations for religious and non-religious occasions.
- Maintains current knowledge of trends in recreation and activity fields including acquiring CEUs through attending seminars, workshops, and conferences in working towards and maintaining NCCAP Certification.
- Communicates information to Activities Director for care plan meetings and other meetings as required.
- Coordinates services with other departments and involves other departments in activities as applicable.
- Decorates appropriately for holiday functions and special events.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations as they relate to activity programming within a skilled nursing facility.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of six months’ similar work experience required; prefer 3 years experience in skilled nursing/memory care or similar field.
- Must be or be able to become eligible for NCCAP Certification at the Activity Assistant Level within 1 year.
- Ability to coordinate activities for both individual and group duties.
- Creative programming skills.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Must be able to effectively communicate, read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English.
If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!
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Other facts
About Life Care Services
The Cypress is Charlotte’s premier Life Plan Community, sitting on 65 sun-kissed acres in the heart of beautiful South Park. Throughout The Cypress’ history, our goal has always been to give our residents the best of everything. That includes an inspired lifestyle filled with activities and amenities, a variety of wellness opportunities, world-class healthcare, and financial stability from owning a home.
As a Life Plan Community, The Cypress is uniquely equipped to meet the different health care needs of its residents, from the most independent and able to those requiring more advanced levels of care. Every detail surrounding our healthcare model has been carefully considered to best ensure that residents can continue to experience the rich, full lives they deserve, even as their medical needs change. Located on campus, The Stewart Health Center is a Medicare-certified facility offering assisted living options, 24-hour skilled nursing care and dementia care for rehabilitative and long-term care programs, short-term recuperation and respite services for all Cypress residents.
When you work at The Cypress, you can see the difference your efforts make. Help or interact with a member once, and you’ve literally made a friend forever. If you’re interested in doing important work in a supportive, employee-friendly environment, please explore our current job opportunities: www.thecypressofcharlotte.com/careers/
What you'll do
- This position is responsible for providing activities according to established standards and regulations, utilizing exemplary customer service to improve the quality of life for Health Center residents. Responsibilities include preparing and conducting a wide variety of large and small group activities, as well as one-to-one and bedside engagement.
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