Activities Assistant

chelseajewish; Norwich (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

403(b) retirement benefits

Generous paid time off

Free meals during shifts

Free parking

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Chelsea Jewish Life Communities – Katzman Family Center for Living is seeking an Activities Assistant to support residents with engaging recreational and therapeutic activities.

Hours are 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, part-time, with rotating weekends and holidays; compensation is $23.00–$25.00 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Assisted Living or Long-Term Care preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Publisher, Outlook, Excel).
• Ability to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Fluent English

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Publisher

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Activities Assistant | Katzman Family Center for Living
$23.00 - $25.00/hour, based on experience
Part -Time | 8:00AM – 4:00PM | rotating weekends and holidays

At Katzman Family Center for Living, 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

Chelsea Jewish Life 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.