Activities Assistant

Fairlane-Gardens-Nursing-and-Reha; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

New Education Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescrip.

Telemedicine Program

401(k) Savings Plan

DailyPay

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Insurance plans

Job summary

Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab in Reading, PA is seeking an Activities Assistant to enhance the emotional, recreational, and social well-being of residents under the Director of Activities.

Responsibilities include planning activities, assisting with daily tasks, and maintaining progress records. Requires a HS diploma or GED and 18+ years old. Benefits include education assistance and comprehensive coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in long-term care or with elderly or disabled individuals is desirable.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support residents in meeting recreational and social needs through planned activities.
• Assist residents with everyday tasks such as writing letters, making phone calls, or registering to vote.
• Maintain accurate records of residents' progress and activity attendance.
• Help with tasks such as delivering mail, escorting residents to programs, and maintaining plants, pets, or fish within the facility.
• Organize and assist in activities that provide entertainment, relaxation, and creative expression.
• Supply craft materials and supervise residents during craft or art activities to encourage participation.

Skills

Experience in long-term care

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Activities Assistant
Location:Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab, Reading, PA
Shift: Part-Time | Full-Time | Every Other Weekend & Every Holiday
Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab is seeking a dedicatedActivities Assistantto join our skilled nursing facility. In this role, you will help enhance the emotional, recreational, and social well-being of our residents under the direction of the Director of Activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents in meeting their recreational and social needs through planned activities.

• Assist residents with everyday tasks such as writing letters, making phone calls, or registering to vote.

• Maintain accurate records of residents' progress and activity attendance.

• Help with tasks such as delivering mail, escorting residents to programs, and maintaining plants, pets, or fish within the facility.

• Organize and assist in activities that provide entertainment, relaxation, and creative expression.

• Supply craft materials and supervise residents during craft or art activities to encourage participation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Experience working in long-term care or with elderly or disabled individuals is desirable.

• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Employee Benefits

Fairlane Gardens offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

• New Education Assistance Program:

  • Up to$5,250/yearfor tuition reimbursement*

  • Up to$2,625/yearfor non-federal nursing student loan repayment*

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage

• Telemedicine Programfor virtual healthcare access

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• DailyPay:Access your earnings as they accrue for a small fee.

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick Leave) and Holiday Pay

• Company-Paid Life Insurance and optional Voluntary Insurance plans

Terms and conditions apply. Benefits and compensation plans vary by state, employment status, and length of service.

Join Fairlane Gardens and make a positive impact in the lives of our residents!