Activities Assistant

Civita Health; Granby (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried

Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

Career Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Civita Care Meadowbrook in Granby, CT is seeking per diem Activities Assistants to join our recreation team to plan, organize, and run daily resident activities including arts, crafts, performances, and programs. Weekly pay is provided and training is available for the right candidate.

The role focuses on building relationships with residents, tailoring activities to interests, and supporting the therapeutic goals of our care team while maintaining a safe and engaging environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• We can train the right candidate.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and run events and activities programming for residents.
• Build relationships with residents and tailor programming to their interests.
• Organize group and individual programming.
• Generate ideas to excite and encourage participation.
• Support residents' physical, mental, social, and spiritual activities.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are hiring per diem Activities Assistants to join our creative and passionate recreation team at Civita Care Meadowbrook! Weekly Pay!

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Civita Care Meadowbrook, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As an Activities Assistant, you assist the department in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the daily events and programming for residents, including arts & crafts, performances, and other activities.

Experience & Education:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent.

• We can train the right candidate!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Help coordinate and run events and activities programming.

• Build relationships with residents and learn about their interests to tailor programming to their desires.

• Organize group and individual programming.

• Generate ideas that will excite and encourage residents to participate in programming.

• Encourage residents to take part in activities that will stimulate his/her potential, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.

• Assist with and follow through on the establishment of resident care goals within the framework of the entire therapeutic team.

• Document and report any unusual or significant findings.

• Report all reportable events immediately.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

• Must be knowledgeable in the Privacy Rule and ensure all staff comply with facility privacy practices policies and procedures.

• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.

• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing policies and procedures.

• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

• Must participate in continuing education and inservice training.

Civita Care Meadowbrook Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay

• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Vacation and Personal Time

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Civita Care Centers and its managed facilities follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Civita Care Centers, except were prohibited by state law.