Assistant Activities Memory Care

About Arvum Senior Living

Arvum Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused Assisted Living and Memory Care communities throughout the Midwest in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Our company, which was built on our “Pillars of Excellence,” employs hundreds of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for our residents.

Arvum Senior Living is looking for an Assistant Memory Care Activities to join our community Addington Place of Des Moines.

• Competitive wages
• Access to wages before payday
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Full benefit package including health, dental, vision and more (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meals and uniforms

• Assist in the development and oversight of resident activities.
• Plan, schedule and conduct programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for our residents in our community.
• Attend all community planned functions and help coordinate the event from beginning to end including set-up, running, and breaking down for the event.
• Assist in preparing and organizing a calendar of events.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours (evenings and every other weekend) for planned activity events.

• Associate’s Degree in social work, recreation, sociology, psychology or related field preferred
• One to three years experience in assisted living or long term care working with memory care patients preferred
• Proficient verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to encourage and motivate older adults.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Valid Drivers License with Chauffeur's.
• Demonstrated creative ability.
• Strong skills in organization, delegation and consensus building.

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Arvum offers a comprehensive benefit package.

Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!

This position is responsible for supporting, program development and implementation within the Memory Care Program. Responsible for providing physical and emotional support to each Memory Care resident while maintaining a safe and comfortable home like environment.

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Designs, schedules, and facilitates Memory Care program incorporating Life Skills and a variety of dementia appropriate activities.
• Partners with the Celebrations Director to ensure a variety of appropriate activities are available throughout the day and evening and that Care Managers are actively involved and engaged with activities.
• Partners with the Celebrations Director in compiling, coordinating, and executing a comprehensive and varied program of activities to meet the broad spectrum of interests and capabilities of Memory Care residents
• Supports the clinical team in ongoing in-service education to the Memory Care staff that is relative to the disease processes and population being served
• Provides a point of contact for the Director of Health and Wellness to ensure that the residents’ clinical needs are addressed.
• Prior to move-in, provides communication, with the support of the Director of Health and Wellness, as to the resident’s preferences and needs
• Provides a point of contact for the Director of Health and Wellness regarding the Service Plan and Daily…