Activity Staff

About Us:

Avondale Villa Post-Acute is proud to be a Five-Star, Medicare-certified, and is a 37-bed skilled nursing facility located in the heart of Livermore. It is part of The Villas Post-Acute and Senior Living community, serving local seniors. 

Our Team:

Our dedicated and professional staff possesses the strengths and talents necessary to deliver the highest quality of care consistently. Whether our residents are recovering after a hospital stay or require ongoing medical support, The Villas is devoted to helping them achieve their personal health and wellness goals.

Position Overview:

The Activities Assistant role provides routine daily activities and services to each assigned resident in accordance with their assessment and care plan, as directed by supervisors.

• Organize, implement and direct scheduled activities of a recreational, physical, educational, social and spiritual nature for residents both in groups and for individuals.

• Ensure participation of all residents and that activities offered can be applied to various levels of functioning according to recorded resident assessments.

• Perform room visitations and activities as required by schedule and / or observed resident need.

• Monitor and supervise residents at all times during activities to ensure resident safety.

• Keep clear and concise documentation on logs and in resident charts of resident participation in activities as required by state regulations and facility policy.

• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 6 months experience organizing and providing planned group activities in a skilled nursing facility or equivalent healthcare setting.

• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with residents and team members.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Compassionate nature with a desire to work with the elderly population.

• Basic knowledge of recreational activities suited for seniors.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

What We Offer (Full-Time):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.  

• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.  

• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.  

• 401(k) retirement savings.  

• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Paid orientation and training programs.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

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