Activities Assistant

Ascentria Care Alliance; Boston (MA); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ascentria Care Alliance seeks an enthusiastic Activity Assistant to create joyful, engaging experiences for residents in our skilled care community. You will plan and lead activities tailored to individual interests, including memory care programming, to promote social interaction and mental stimulation.

Join a team that values compassionate care, collaboration with nursing staff, and the well-being of residents.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in assisted living, nursing homes, or long-term care preferred.
• Knowledge of memory care and dementia strategies.
• Genuine compassion with creativity and enthusiasm for enriching lives.

Aufgaben

• Create, plan, and run engaging recreational activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities, including memory care programming.
• Facilitate sessions that promote cognitive function, physical activity, and emotional well-being.
• Assist residents with daily activities (ADLs) and support participation with independence and dignity.
• Collaborate with nursing to ensure activities align with individual care plans.
• Coordinate activity calendars to ensure timely, high-quality programming.
• Foster an inclusive environment for residents from diverse backgrounds.

Kenntnisse

Event planning

Communication

Recreational therapy

ADL support

Compassionate care

Jobbeschreibung

Are you a compassionate, creative individual looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Our skilled care community is seeking a dedicated Activity Assistant to join our dynamic team! If you have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities through engaging activities, we want to hear from you. As an Activity Assistant, you will do more than just plan events; you will create vibrant community experiences, promoting social interaction, mental stimulation, and overall joy for our residents.

These Positions Are As Followed

• 9am-5pm
• Full time (37.5 hours) M-F
• Part time (22.5 hours) – Alternating schedule: Mon/Weds/Fri and Weds/Sat/Sun

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Create Joy: Plan, organize, and execute engaging recreational activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities, including memory care and dementia-specific programming.
• Enhance Well-being: Facilitate therapeutic sessions that promote cognitive function, physical activity, and emotional health.
• Provide Support: Assist residents with daily activities (ADLs) such as mobility and social participation, fostering independence and dignity.
• Collaborate & Care: Work closely with our nursing team to ensure activities align with individual care plans.
• Coordinate Schedules: Manage activity calendars efficiently to ensure timely, high-quality programming.
• Foster Inclusion: Build a welcoming, inclusive environment for residents of diverse backgrounds.

What You’ll Bring (Qualifications)

• Experience: Previous experience in assisted living, nursing homes, or long-term care is highly desirable.
• Expertise: Knowledge of Alzheimer’s/memory care techniques, dementia strategies, and senior care best practices.
• Passion: A genuinely compassionate attitude with patience, creativity, and enthusiasm for improving quality of life.
• Skills: Strong event planning, communication, and recreational therapy skills.
• Dedication: Experience assisting with ADLs and helping individuals with disabilities.

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive work environment where your effort is recognized, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your own health and financial future. Join our team and help us create memorable, happy days for our residents!