Activities Assistant

Evergreenhcc; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Holiday & Overtime Pay

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Evergreenhcc is looking for a fun and passionate Activities Assistant to join Cape Regency Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Centerville, Massachusetts. The role involves assisting the recreation department with programming, events, and activities to enrich residents' lives. Pay starts at $18 an hour with a weekly pay schedule.

This position includes organizing events such as BINGO, arts and crafts, and building close relationships with the residents. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Independent decision-making skills are necessary.
• Ability to deal tactfully with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Organize events and activities for residents such as BINGO and crafts.
• Build close relationships with the residents.
• Encourage participation in daily living activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Creativity

Tact

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cape Regency Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Centerville is looking for a fun and passionate Activities Assistant to join our recreation department!

Weekly pay at $18 an hour. Includes an every other weekend rotation. Four days of 9:30a-5:30p and one day of 12p-8p.

You'll assist the recreation department with the programming, events, and activities we do to entertain our residents and provide them with an enriching life.

Experience & Education:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• We can train the right candidate!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Organize the events and activities for residents, such as BINGO, arts and crafts, playing games, setting up parties, etc.
• Build close relationships with the residents.
• Come up with ideas for activities and events inspired by the likes and interests of the residents.
• Help coordinate and organize staff recognition events.
• Encourage residents to take part in activities of daily living that will stimulate his/her potential, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
• Document and report to the nursing department any unusual or significant findings.
• Report all reportable events immediately in accordance with our policy.
• Assist with and follow through on the establishment of resident care goals within the framework of the entire therapeutic team.

Specific Requirements:

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

Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday & Overtime Pay
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Personal Days
• 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 are encouraged to apply. Our facility follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).