Activities Assistant (Full Time)

Job Description

The Life Enrichment Assistant @ Abbotswood at Irving Park provides exemplary service to residents through presenting classes and instruction, coordinating events, and assisting with transportation as needed.

Schedule: Monday-Friday (1 Saturday per month required) 

What will I do every day?

• Promote and monitor resident attendance and participation in all Wellness programs
• Teach and facilitate programs as appropriate
• Implement a variety of group and individual Wellness programs
• Work with volunteers and community groups to implement various programs
• Assist in setting up Wellness and community events
• Assist with scheduling transportation as required
• Drive vehicles as necessary

What will I need to be successful in this role?

• Bring a smile to work every day
• Be a great team player
• High school graduate
• One to two years of experience in wellness programs (preferably with seniors)
• Experience leading exercise classes and assisting with exercise equipment preferred

Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?

• Valid driver’s license and proof of good driving record
• Commercial driver’s license or ability to obtain one within reasonable time of employment (as required)
• First Aid Certification

What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)

• Pay: $16-$17/hr DOE
• A free meal per shift
• Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
• Matching 401k (Full-time only)
• Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
• Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

What do we do?

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for the past 25 years.

 All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process which includes: successfully passing a drug screen, TB Test and Background Check.

*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer