Activities Assistant

National Health Care Associates; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 1,875,000 - 2,671,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Job summary

National Health Care Associates as Eastside affiliate in Bangor, ME seeks an Activities Assistant to plan and implement recreational and therapeutic activities for residents, enhancing well-being and engagement.

You will work with the Activities Director to develop a monthly calendar, provide one-on-one support, and document participation in activities. Training is provided; competitive pay and growth opportunities are offered in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care or senior living is preferred; training is provided.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature.
• Interest in therapeutic needs of the aged.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing activities for residents.
• Engage residents in arts, crafts, games, and music.
• Collaborate to develop a monthly activities calendar.
• Provide one-on-one support and foster social interaction.
• Document participation and maintain records.

Skills

Experience in LTC

Compassionate

Empathetic

English literacy

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Eastside is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location

516 Mount Hope Avenue, Bangor, Maine, 04401

What You'll Do

As an Activities Assistant, you have a crucial role in planning and implementing a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities. Your creative ideas and enthusiasm will contribute to fostering a positive and lively atmosphere for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing a diverse range of activities for residents
• Engage residents in arts and crafts, games, music, and other recreational programs
• Collaborate with the Activities Director to develop and implement a monthly activities calendar
• Provide one-on-one support for residents who may need additional assistance
• Foster a sense of community and social interaction among residents
• Document and maintain records of residents' participation in activities

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

Starting from USD $16.50/Hr.

What You'll Bring

Qualifications of an Activities Assistant include:

• Previous experience in a Long-Term Care or senior living setting is preferred but not required - training will be provided
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Interest in the therapeutic needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named "Best Of" by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.