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Legacy House

Community Recreation Assistant

Farmington, UT · On-site

$15.50 - $16/hr

We pay our entry-level Community Recreation Assistants a competitive wage of $15.50-$16/hour . Our team also enjoys great benefits , including discounted room rates at up to 50 hotels and an annual ...

Wartburg College

Community Recreation

Waverly, IA · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Community Recreation Program Assistant Function of Position: Oversee recreational programming for youth and adults as an instructor or official. Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities: Youth ...

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Community Recreation Assistant

Legacy House of Park Lane

Farmington, UT • On-site

$15.50 - $16/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Legacy House of Park Lane in Farmington, UT (near Farmington station and public transportation) is calling all outgoing individuals to apply to join our team as a part-time Community Recreation Assistant!
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM
We are an assisted living organization that makes a difference. We pay our entry-level Community Recreation Assistants a competitive wage of $15.50-$16/hour. Our team also enjoys great benefits, including discounted room rates at up to 50 hotels and an annual Lagoon day. Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application. If we have your attention, please continue reading!
ABOUT LEGACY HOUSE OF PARK LANE / WESTERN STATES LODGING & MANAGEMENT
Following a "personal touch" philosophy, we take the time to get to know our guests and residents and always look for ways to provide care beyond what is expected. We are guided by six core values: Be loving. Choose wisely. Perform together. Act boldly. Express gratitude. Mind the store. We believe that the more independent our assisted living residents are, the happier and healthier they feel.
We entrust only the most qualified, dependable, dedicated, and trustworthy individuals with the care of our clients. We strive to take good care of our staff. There really is a sense of family with the residents and co-workers here. If you're looking to work with a supportive, happy, and fun team, look no further!
ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?
Ask yourself: Are you reliable and responsible? Can you maintain a positive and professional attitude? Do you find fulfillment in helping others? Can you communicate effectively with residents, families, guests, visitors, and co-workers? If so, please consider applying for this entry-level position today!
YOUR LIFE AS A COMMUNITY RECREATION ASSISTANT
As a Community Recreation Assistant, you help in the planning and executing of recreational, cultural, and religious activities for the senior residents in our assisted living community. Working with the activities director, you help implement individual and group activities that are therapeutic in nature. You also take residents to doctor appointments and other outings on the bus. With enthusiasm, you interact with seniors and keep them engaged in our community. You love knowing that you're making a huge difference in their lives!
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
  • A heart for serving seniors

If you can meet these requirements and perform this entry-level job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our assisted living team!
Location: 84025

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