Activities Assistant - Day Break, Winter Park

Salary will be between $15.00 to $16.00 per hour, based on experience

Full-Time position working between 30 to 37.50 hours per week, plus full-time benefits

Easterseals Florida is looking for a compassionate, detail-oriented, and creative individual to join our team as an Activities Assistant at Day Break, our adult day health care center in Winter Park. This role supports adults (18 and older) with disabilities, including those with dementia and related disorders.

As an Activities Assistant, you will work closely with the Activities Director to deliver engaging recreational, therapeutic, and social activities. Your role is vital in promoting active participation, enhancing the leisure experiences of our clients, and helping them achieve their highest level of independence. Additionally, you will provide essential personal care to clients, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.

We are especially interested in candidates with experience in the arts! If you are passionate about bringing creativity and artistic outlets to individuals such as our clients, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

What we offer:

• Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
• 403B Savings Plan
• Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
• Work Life Balance
• The Opportunity to Make a Difference in the Community and the Organization

A snapshot of what you'll do:

• Assist in developing the monthly calendar of activities
• Assist with planning and participating in community outings and special activities
• Provide quality recreational, therapeutic, social, and informative activities
• Provide a safe, stimulating, and fun-filled day
• Motivate clients and promote client interaction
• Provide personal care to clients, assisting with daily living activities (toileting, bathing, ambulating, transfers, feeding, and changing of clothes)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required, and at least one year of experience providing care to persons with disabilities, dementia or other memory related disorders
• An energetic creative and professional individual who will portray and promote a positive, respectful, and team-based environment
• Ability to work flexible hours when needed to meet the needs of the program

Easterseals Florida has been rated a 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Great Place to Work by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is an AA/EEO employer and Drug Free Workplace (DFWP) (including medical marijuana).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

For more information on our Day Break Adult Day Healthcare Program, please visit: https://eastersealsflorida.e3applicants.com/about-us/adult-day-healthcare