Activities Assistant : Kendall & Coral Gables

Assistant to the Director of Activities & Entertainment

Luxury Senior Living Communities in Coral Gables & Kendall is looking for an Assistant to the Director of Activities & Entertainment.

The #1 priority of this position is to assist the Activities & Entertainment Director in executing the residents' activity program, leading group activities, and visiting residents to complete their Activity Profile.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Assisting the Director in decorating the building for all parties, holidays, and special events.
• Following the daily activities schedule and carrying out the assigned planned activities and events.
• Maintaining an ongoing inventory of departmental supplies and equipment.
• Performing general housekeeping duties in activity areas and supply closets.
• Being aware of conditions that may interfere with the safety and well-being of residents while in activities.
• Assisting the Director by interviewing residents based on their activities profile and inputting the information into the CRM.

Qualifications include:

• Experience in a recreation setting preferred.
• Experience in party planning and carrying out social and recreational programs.
• Must be creative and have appropriate input in creating new activities for the program.
• Performance experience is preferred, such as singing or dancing.
• Must have a high school degree or equivalent.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English. Spanish preferred.
• Must have basic knowledge of a variety of activities and exhibit the ability to give instructions to others.

The ideal candidate:

• Is responsible, always on time, resourceful, very accurate, and detail-oriented.
• Is flexible as to work schedule. Must be available to work on weekends, holidays, and in emergency situations.
• Can work under pressure and multi-task.
• Is self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Exhibits an enthusiastic and friendly personality that has an aptitude for working with a variety of people.
• Is comfortable working with older individuals and can motivate them to participate in the programs.