Programming Assistant (Therapeutic Activities)

Senior Living Residences; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DEI Initiatives

Generous bonus program

Retail discounts

Nationwide tuition rewards

Professional development

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Goddard House in Brookline, MA is seeking a patient, innovative programmer to assist the Program Director in creating, scheduling and implementing programs for our residents.

You will form meaningful relationships, coordinate the balanced daily therapeutic schedule seven days a week, and support entertainment, family sessions, newsletters and social media.

This part-time weekend role offers a welcoming, home-like environment with benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Education, Social Work, or related field, preferred. One+ years experience working with elderly and/or Alzheimer's populations, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Form meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Help implement and coordinate the balanced daily therapeutic programming schedule for 7 days per week.
• Support with coordination of entertainment including guest lecturers, musicians, and fitness instructors.
• Participate in scheduled outings, ensuring safety of residents on transportation and off-site.
• Assist with support group and educational sessions for families and staff.
• Support with developing monthly newsletter, taking photos, and updating social media.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Organization

Team coordination

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Education, Social Work, or related field

Job description

Have you ever coached a team, facilitated a program, or worked as a group leader? This may be the role for you! Goddard House is seeking a patient, innovative programmer who is creative, friendly, compassionate and organized to assist the Program Director in creating, scheduling and implementing programs for our residents.

Goddard House's caring and compassionate programming team members provide therapeutic opportunities and meaningful engagement for our senior residents . Our associates appreciate our safe, home-like, and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Goddard House is located at 165 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA. Learn more about Goddard House here .

AVAILABLE SHIFTS:

Part Time: Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

PAY & BENEFITS

Rates start at $20 per hour

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Harvard Vanguard, dental, and vision insurance , disability coverage , complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

• DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
• Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking (conveniently located near Riverway Green Line (E), Forest Hills Station, and along MBTA bus route 39)

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Form meaningful relationships with residents and families;
• Help implement and coordinate the balanced daily therapeutic programming schedule for 7 days per week;
• Support with coordination of entertainment including guest lecturers, musicians, and fitness instructors;
• Participatein scheduled outings, ensuring safety of residents on transportation and off-site
• Assist with support group and educational sessions for families and staff
• Support with developing monthly newsletter, taking photos, and updating social media

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Education, Social Work, or related field, preferred. One+ years experience working with elderly and/or Alzheimer's populations, preferred.
• Physical requirements : Standing, sitting, bending
• Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
• Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.