Activities Assistant - Full Time, Lutheran Community ...

Description Ready to inspire others? Make a difference with a career at The Lutheran Community at Telford, a Grace Inspired Living community. We provide a positive work-life balance and our nonprofit faith-based communities serve all in our care with compassion and respect. Come join our team today and make an impact! We are hiring for a Full Time Activities Assistant!Location: Lutheran Community at Telford- 12 Lutheran Home Dr. Telford, PA 18969Schedule:Monday through Friday 8:45am-4:45pm, one weekend every 6 weeks, occasional evenings (a few a year), and some holidays.About Us:Guided by God's love, Grace Inspired Living is dedicated to providing communities and services that enhance the lives of older adults in a supportive setting that values residents, employees, volunteers, and families.Grace Inspired Ministries, located in Bucks County, PA was formed in 2017 through the affiliation of the Lutheran Community at Telford and the Community at Rockhill. Benefits Include: Medical, Dental and Vision coverage Short Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid Time Off (Starts accruing day 1) Extended sick bank with employer contribution- eligible after 1 year of employment. Employee Assistance Program Complimentary Fitness Center with pool Tuition reimbursement and more....Specific Duties:Assure that the scheduled activity programs are executed.Complete necessary forms as required by the department.Encourage residents to participate in daily activities; and, provide materials and supplies as needed.Feed and clean pets used for pet therapy as scheduled.Assist with transportation of residents to and from activities. Follow wheelchair safety rules.Attend in-services provided by facility and off-site as required by Activity Director.Attend departmental planning meetings and offer ideas and suggestions for appropriate activities.Assist more mobile and easy to transfer residents in the bathroom.Assist residents in ordering and serving meals and feeding when necessary.Move tables and chairs to prepare area for activities.Clean and prepare dining area for activities, as necessary.Assist the Activity Director on field trips.Operate sound system, DVD's, CD's, etc.Deliver mail daily to residents and read mail to those who can not read.Position Requirements POSITION REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EducationHigh school diploma.High school diploma with additional courses in geriatrics and/or activities, preferred.ExperienceSome volunteer experience working with seniors.One year experience in geriatrics setting, preferred.Language Ability:This individual must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner in order to communicate with residents, employees, family members, volunteers and the public.Must have ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from residents and the general public.Math Ability:Must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.Reasoning Ability:Must have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Computer Skills:Must have a basic understanding of how to operate a computer.Must be able to set up video/audio and slide and overhead projector.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions such as temperature changes.The individual is subject to animal hair, dust and odors.Discern colors and sounds to respond to fire alarms and other emergency settings as required.Interact with hostile, confused, or emotionally upset residents on a regular basis.Individual is subject to frequent interruptions.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This individual must be capable of climbing ladders/stairs using feet and legs and/or hands and arms; must be able to stoop, kneel, bend and crouch. This individual is required to stand for sustained periods of time, and is frequently required to walk. The person must be able to push and/or pull using the upper extremities to exert force (i.e., push residents in wheelchairs and gerichairs), occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and frequently use hands to pick up, finger or feel objects. This individual will be responsible to assist with the evacuation of residents.Perform tasks that required eye/hand coordination and simple manipulation skills (i.e., crafts, operations of audio/visual equipment, computer, copier, fax, telephone, etc).Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Shift Days SalarySchedulePosition Activities Assistant - LCT Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Req Number LIF-25-00006 Location Lutheran Community at Telford EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications.

Created: 2026-04-02