Activities Assistant

United Methodist Communities; Newton, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Group life insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee assistance program

Discount programs

Job summary

United Methodist Communities Bristol Glen in Newton, NJ is hiring a full-time Activities Assistant to plan and lead resident activities, coordinate events, and keep programs engaging, safe, and accessible for all residents.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience; NJ CNA certification is preferred. Schedule is Monday–Friday with every other weekend and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead activities, events, and programs that residents genuinely look forward to
• Encourage resident participation and help run recreational and social programs
• Safely transport residents to on-site and community activities and outings
• Track attendance and participation so no resident gets left out
• Build relationships with local organizations to bring new experiences to campus
• Keep activity supplies and materials stocked and ready to go
• Share input with the care team on resident goals and well-being

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current New Jersey CNA certification

Job description

Activities Assistant

Full-time Activities Assistant, $17.49 to $18.65 per hour based on experience, Monday through Friday with every other weekend off. Help residents at Bristol Glen, a UMC community in Newton, NJ, stay active, connected, and engaged every day.

Bristol Glen is a continuing care community on in Sussex County, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing all on one campus. United Methodist Communities has been Certified as a Great Place to Work for nine years running, and 87% of our team members say their work makes a real difference.

What you'll do:

• Plan and lead activities, events, and programs that residents genuinely look forward to
• Encourage resident participation and help run recreational and social programs
• Safely transport residents to on-site and community activities and outings
• Track attendance and participation so no resident gets left out
• Build relationships with local organizations to bring new experiences to campus
• Keep activity supplies and materials stocked and ready to go
• Share input with the care team on resident goals and well-being

What you'll need:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of work experience

Preferred:

• Current New Jersey CNA certification
• One year of experience working with seniors or in a healthcare setting

Pay and benefits:

• $17.49 to $18.65 per hour, based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Group life and voluntary life insurance
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and e-learning access
• Generous paid time off plus 9 paid holidays
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employee assistance program and discount programs

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with every other weekend.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

E-Verify Participation
United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify.
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.