Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities: *Assist in the Planning, developing, organizing, and implementation of all residence activities. *Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program. *Maintains a professional, warm and caring relationship with residents and families. *Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities. *Assist with maintaining and expanding Volunteer Programs. *Assist residents with maintaining and operating the residence store. *Assist with maintaining adequate supplies per department budget. *Assist residents to and from activities. *Assist with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar. *Attend required on-going in-service training sessions and orientation. *Driving residents in van as needed. *Perform dual tasks and work independently. Job Qualifications: *Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: *The ability to assist in the development and implementation of activities required. *The ability to create interest in the activities and motivate residents to participate daily is required. *Creativity and motivational skills necessary. *The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is essential. *Requires frequent bending, stretching, stooping and lifting. *Must be able to perform tasks and work independently. *Demonstrates computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet, database managers presentation software and Calendar/Newsletter software. Education: A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Experience: Previous experience in recreational therapy or related field preferred. Gerontology experience preferred. Certificates/Licenses: A valid driver\'s license in the state of work is required with no more than two moving violations in a three-year period as determined by our insurance broker. Physical Demands: *Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment. *Visual and auditory acuity. *You must be able to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs. and be able to carry objects. *Must be able to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand. *Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictated.