# Activities Assistant - Queen Anne Healthcare/Full Time - Seattle, WA

**Company:** [Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/jNp9oBLwcK3ZX42J5iNBNC.md)
**Location:** Seattle, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Department:** Queen Anne Healthcare

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## Description

Activities Assistant

Status: Full Time

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Wage: $27.00 Hourly

Location: Avamere Queen Anne Healthcare - 2717 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

**Apply at** [**www.TeamAvamere.com**](https://teamavamere.com/)

Job Summary

The Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting the Activities Director in planning, organizing, and implementing recreational and social activities for residents, aiming to enhance their well-being and engagement

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities

Activity Planning & Implementation:

-   Assist in developing and implementing a diverse range of activities, including games, exercise programs, arts and crafts, music sessions, and social events.
-   Create activity schedules and calendars, ensuring a variety of options to cater to different interests and abilities.
-   Prepare activity areas, gather necessary supplies, and ensure a safe and enjoyable environment.

Resident Engagement:

-   Lead group activities and engage residents in one-on-one interactions.
-   Encourage participation in activities and provide support to residents who may need assistance.
-   Observe residents' responses to activities and report any changes in their needs or behavior to the appropriate personnel.
-   Documentation & Communication:
-   Maintain records of resident participation in activities, including attendance and feedback.
-   Communicate with other staff members, volunteers, and families to coordinate activities and ensure resident needs are met.

Other Duties:

-   Transport residents to and from activities as needed.
-   Assist with setup and cleanup of activity areas.
-   Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
-   Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.

## Requirements

Requirements and Qualifications

-   Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.
-   Prefer experience in long-term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and or critical care clinical setting.
-   Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
-   Must hold an active and unencumbered Driver’s License.
-   Experience with volunteer work and or activities work with the geriatric population.
-   Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
-   Creative, flexible, patient and empathy working with the geriatric population.

## Benefits

**At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:**

-   Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
-   401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.  
-   Paid Time Off (PTO):  Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
-   EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
-   Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
-   Generous employee referral bonus program.
-   Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA:  Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
-   Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
-   Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.   

_Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify._