Activities Aide

First Atlantic Healthcare; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(K) with employer contribution

Medical, dental, vision & disability benefits for full-time employees

Paid Time Off

Employer paid life insurance

Flexible savings account

Employee assistance program

Job summary

First Atlantic Healthcare in Lewiston, Maine is looking for an Activities Assistant to assist with planning engaging activities for our residents. This role is essential in fulfilling their psychological and social needs through organized entertainment and relaxation.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, experience with geriatric populations, and communication skills. Benefits include tuition reimbursement, a 401(K) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience working with a geriatric population.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Computer skills.
• Valid Maine Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and organizing activities for residents.
• Fulfill psychological, physical, social, and spiritual needs through activities.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Desire to provide care

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent certification

CNA Certification

Job description

20 Hours

2 Days a Week (every Other Weekend Required)

As an Activities Assistant you will:

• Assist with planning and organizing activities that provide opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression to our Residents.
• Our activities program fulfills the psychological, physical, social, and spiritual needs of our Residents.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement and education support: you can grow your career in health care
• 401(K) with employer contribution
• Full-time employees (30+ hours per week) have access to benefits; medical, dental, vision & disability
• Paid Time Off available for all employees
• Employer paid life insurance
• Flexible savings account, including medical & dependent care
• Employee assistance program

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent certification; CNA Certification desirable
• Experience working with a geriatric population
• Current CPR Certification
• Computer Skills
• Valid Maine Driver’s License; with a clean driving record

Activities Assistant Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently, with flexibility, good judgment, and effectively communicate with staff, residents, and families
• Strong desire to provide care to other people
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills