Activities Assistant

Ocean Grove Post Acute; Millsboro (DE); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Ocean Grove Post Acute in Millsboro, DE is seeking a compassionate Part Time Activities Assistant to plan and implement recreation programs for residents. The role focuses on dementia-friendly activities, small group and one-on-one sessions, and sensory stimulation.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred experience in long-term care. You will work Saturdays and Sundays, 8:30am to 4:30pm, and help develop monthly calendars and activity plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Experience in recreation activities is strongly preferred.
• Preferred experience in long-term care or geriatric programs.
• Strong communication, written, organizational and conflict management skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute activities tailored to the dementia population, including small groups, one-on-one sessions, and sensory stimulation.
• Develop and implement group and individual activities addressing cognitive, physical, social, and artistic needs.
• Assist in creating written plans of care for participants' activities program.
• Contribute to the development of the monthly calendar.
• Monitor inventory of recreation therapy supplies and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Conflict management

Independent worker

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UP TO $16 Per Hour!!

Ocean Grove Post Acute in beautiful Millsboro, DE is currently hiring for a Part Time Activities Assistant!

Shift: Saturday and Sunday 8:30am-4:30pm

Looking for a compassionate and caring person with a genuine interest in working with seniors. This candidate will be assisting in creating and implementing recreation programs for our residents.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Plan and execute activities tailored to the dementia specific population, including small groups, one-on-one sessions, and sensory stimulation.

Develop/implement group and individual activities to address participants' cognitive, physical, social and artistic needs.

Assist in creating written plans of care for each participants' activities program.

Contribute to the development of the monthly calendar.

Monitor inventory of recreation therapy supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in recreation activities strongly preferred.

Preferred experience in long-term care or geriatric programs.

Strong communication, written, organizational and conflict management skills.

Ability to work independently and adapt to change.

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We are an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled