Activities Assistant

First Atlantic Health Care; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

First Atlantic Health Care is seeking an Activities Assistant for its Ross Manor campus in Bangor, Maine. This role involves planning and organizing activities that cater to the residents' diverse needs. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and experience with the geriatric population. Opportunities for career growth through tuition reimbursement and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement and education support

401(K) with employer contribution

Medical, dental, vision & disability benefits

Paid Time Off

Employer paid life insurance

Flexible savings account

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience working with a geriatric population.
• Valid Maine Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Computer skills required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Flexibility

Judgment

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent certification

CNA Certification

Current CPR Certification

Job description

TheRoss Manor campus provides three professional levels of care and support forresidents including assistedliving , skilledrehabilitation and complete nursing care services. Under the ownership of First AtlanticHealthcare, Ross Manor follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation forexcellence in Long Term Care. Under the ownership of First AtlanticHealthcare, Ross Manor follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation forexcellence in Long Term Care.

Hourly Rate $15.00 - $18.00

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.

As you are working hard planning and leading Resident activities, you will have:

• 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