Activities Assistant

Legacy Lifecare Inc.; Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement savings

Paid time off

Free parking

Free meals

Job summary

Leavitt Family Jewish Home is seeking an Activities Assistant to provide engaging recreational and therapeutic activities for residents in Longmeadow, MA. This PRN role pays $18.00–$19.00 per hour, based on experience.

The position involves coordinating and supervising group activities, transporting residents to outings, and documenting participation and progress. Strong English communication and basic MS Office skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year in assisted living or long-term care preferred.
• MS Office proficiency including Word, Publisher, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engaging recreational and therapeutic activities for residents.
• Document participation and progress.
• Coordinate and supervise group activities, events, and outings.
• Safely transport residents and assist with transfers as needed.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Activities Assistant | Leavitt Family Jewish Home
$18.00 - $19.00/hour, based on experience
PRN

At Leavitt Family Jewish Home, we not only provide compassionate and comprehensive care, but we are a leader in the industry when it comes to the value we place on resident care and employee appreciation!

Delivering Solutions that Matter:

• Assist with providing engaging recreational and therapeutic activities that support residents' individual needs and care goals.
• Document participation and progress accurately.
• Assist with coordinating and supervising group activities, special events, concerts, and other activities, ensuring residents are safely escorted and actively engaged.
• Safely transport residents to recreational outings and appointments by driving community vans and assisting with resident transfers as needed.

Qualifications for Success:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum 1-year experience working in an Assisted Living or Long-Term care setting preferred
• Moderate to advanced computer skills – specifically with MS Office including Work, Publisher, Outlook email, and Excel.

• Ability to communicate fluently in English – both verbally and written

Benefits for Eligible Positions:

• Comprehensive health & insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage (STD, LTD, accident, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Strong financial & retirement benefits including 403(b) retirement savings, flexible spending account, tuition reimbursement, and sign-on bonus
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday
• Perks that support daily living such as free meals, snacks, weekly groceries, and free parking
• Inclusive workplace with great environment and rewarding organization culture
• Convenient location & accessibility easily reachable via major highways and MBTA commuter rail and bus

JGS Lifecare Communities are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.