Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors? Do you enjoy organizing and leading engaging activities? The Hygate on Lexington is looking for a friendly and energetic Activities Assistant to join our team!

The Hygate on Lexington is Waterloo's newest and most incredible retirement residence. We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative professional to join our team. Your job is to help our amazing residents keep smiling.

Position Summary

Responsible for supporting the Activities Director in planning and executing events on the calendar.

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain a strong familiarity with the monthly calendar in order to be prepared for day to day events, as well as answer questions from Residents, families, staff members and/or public.

Assist with preparation of materials to communicate and advertise events on the calendar, including posters, calendars, e-blasts, etc.

Run various events on the Activities Calendar as required.

Assist with setup and tear down of the space, equipment, furniture, etc.

Engage with Residents to solicit participation in events and communicate upcoming events.

Assist with coordinating outside vendors, such as performers or rental companies, as needed for event preparation.

Maintain building spaces and Activities equipment or tools to ensure readiness for use and cleanliness for public presentation.

Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skill and Experience

Strong interpersonal skills.

Comfortable in reaching out to people and engaging them socially, one on one or in a group.

Comfortable/experienced in public speaking.

Proficient in computer skills, including Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Experience in Microsoft Publisher, Adobe InDesign or similar is a plus.

Familiarity with Audio/Video/Computer setup, i.e. computers, projectors, home theatre systems, basic sound systems a plus.

Smart Serve required

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Activities Director.

Further details to be provided upon application. Some weekend and evening work required.

This individual will join a fantastic team, working together to build our Hygate community.

The Hygate on Lexington welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Vision care

Schedule:

Weekday, weekends, evenings, holidays

License/Certification:

Class G License (preferred)

Job Types:

Full-time/Part-time, Permanent

Education:

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. Post-secondary degree or diploma, or current enrollment in such a program is a plus.

Experience:

Previous experience in Activities or other hospitality based industry a plus.

Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

English (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Waterloo, ON N2K 0H6 (required)

Work Location:

In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $18.20 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person