Top 18 Activity assistant Jobs in Garland, Tx

Program Assistant
My Possibilities —Irving, TX
- From $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Activity Assistant
The Plaza at Richardson —Richardson, TX
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Older adults
- Communication skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Activities Assistant-SNF/Long Term Care
Arapaho Rehabilitation and Care Center —Richardson, TX
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Activity Assistant
Landmark of Plano Rehabilitation and Nursing Center —Plano, TX
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Older adults
- Communication skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Activities Assistant Memory Care
Avir at Colonel —Garland, TX
- Full-time
- In person
- Nursing home
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Life Enrichment Assistant
Adv Healthcare Rehab Ctr of Garland —Garland, TX
- From $12 an hour
- Full-time
- Rehabilitation center
- Entry level
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Activity Assistant
Avir at The Meadow —Dallas, TX
- Full-time
- In person
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Active Living Coordinator - Arbor Hills
Arbor Hills —Plano, TX
- From $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Criminal background check
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Life Enrichment/Activities Assistant
Iris Senior Living —Rowlett, TX
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Wellness / Activity Assistant
Lifetime Wellness —Dallas, TX
- Part-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Entry level
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Activities Assistant – Senior Living
Sunrise Senior Living —Frisco, TX
- $14.10 - $17.65 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Activities Assistant - Landing at Watermere Frisco, Part Time
Integrated Real Estate Group —Frisco, TX
- $16.50 an hour
- Part-time
- 11+ years
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Teen Program Assistant - NTX
Foundation Communities Inc —Carrollton, TX
- $19.12 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Activities Assistant, Behavioral Health
Collin Springs —McKinney, TX
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Life Enrichment Assistant
West Fork Village —Irving, TX
- $16 - $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Maintenance
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Program Assistant

My Possibilities -
Irving, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
From $15 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Google Drive
Basic math
Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Intellectual disabilities support
Safe patient lifting practices
Experience working with adults with disabilities
Adults with developmental disabilities
Computer skills
Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities

Full Job Description

Who We Are

My Possibilities (MP) is an innovative, mission-driven organization that serves adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), also known as Hugely Important People (HIPsters). We envision a world of inclusion, dignity, and opportunity for everyone. We believe people can do meaningful work, love their jobs, and enjoy life. If you are looking for a daily challenge, to make a huge impact, and to help define the future of disability inclusion, let’s talk!

We provide benefits and support to help you rest easy and focus on things that matter. Some of our perks include:

· Generous paid time off

· Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)

· Company-sponsored retirement

· Flexible working hours

· Learning and development support

Who we’re looking for

The Program Assistant will proactively support and assist in the day-to-day development, training, activities, care and needs of the clients with physical and intellectual disabilities. This position ensures that a clean and safe environment is maintained, and will follow the mission, vision, philosophies, goals, policies and core values of Ability Connection.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

· Works both individually and as a team.

· Performs or assists HIPster with various personal care services and activities of daily living, including but not limited to hygiene, toileting, feeding, transfers, etc.

· Assists with program activities, educational, vocational, inclusion, independence and health/wellness.

· Provides hands-on support in the classroom, ensuring the safety, care, training, life skills development and overall success of the HIPster in the program.

· Assists the Lead Instructor with recording detailed information about each client’s specific learning experiences, appointments, and events into Service Delivery Logs.

· Follows safety and infection control procedures.

· Attends in-service programs, client care conferences and staff meetings, as scheduled.

· Maintains current meds and van training as defined by Ability Connection and job duties.

· Communicate effectively and appropriately with all staff, clients, family members, volunteers and visitors.

· Always respect the confidentiality of all clients.

· Maintains a positive working environment and ‘can do’s attitude.

· Completes other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

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, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent required. Excellent verbal and written communication and one-year experience working with people with disabilities. Teaching or classroom experienced strongly preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to complete progress notes on a daily basis. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization as needed.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to perform basic math skills as they relate to the job.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Current Driver's License, proof of auto liability insurance, copy of TB test results and CPR certification must be current in personnel file. Must not possess a criminal record that would prohibit the employee from working with people with disabilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must have good health in order to maintain an acceptable attendance record as established by the agency. Must be able to assist with lifting objects or residents (a minimum of 50 pounds for a one person lift and 150 pounds for a two-person lift) utilizing approved techniques. 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.

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.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Every employee of My Possibilities must adhere to the mission, vision, philosophies, core values and confidential nature of the organization, while maintaining a positive attitude toward our clients, families, volunteers, coworkers, the organization as a whole and the community.

TEAM COLLABORTION

· Work collaboratively with the LLL Instructor to ensure a cohesive team approach

· Take direction from the LLL Instructor while also demonstrating initiative in supporting classroom needs

· Maintain a positive, respectful, and team-oriented environment

COMMUNICATION

· Communicate professionally and respectfully with staff, HIPsters, and families as appropriate

· Share relevant observations and updates with the LLL Manager leadership and instructor to support continuity of care and programming

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE

· Follow all HHSC, ISS, and organizational policies and procedures

· Support implementation of safety protocols, including emergency procedures

· Assist with documentation as required (attendance, incident reporting, ISS notes, etc.)

PROGRAM SUPPORT

· Assist in preparing classroom materials and setting up activities

· Help maintain a clean, organized, and sensory-considerate environment

· Support transitions throughout the day, including arrival, lunch, and dismissal

COMPENTENIES (Knowledge, skills and abilities)

· Experience working with adults with special needs a plus.

· Experience working with behaviors is a plus.

· Must have experience in using Microsoft applications and Google Drive.

· Understands instruction methods including curriculum-base instruction.

EDUCATION

· High school diploma or equivalent, required

· 2+ years’ experience as a teaching assistant or paraprofessional, preferred

REQUIREMENTS

· Sit, stand, and bend throughout the day

· Occasionally lift up to 75lbs.

· Clean up body fluids to maintain safety and dignity of HIPsters

All potential employees must pass a background check and drug screening.

BELONGING AND ACCOMONDATION STATEMENT

My Possibilities is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe diversity of ideas fosters innovation and engagement. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application and recruiting process, please get in touch with us.

EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY

My Possibilities is committed to creating a diverse environment and is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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