Activities Assistant

People Powered; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Medical coverage

Telemedicine

401(k) plan

DailyPay

Paid time off

Life insurance

Loan repayment support

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 our residents under the direction of the Director of Activities. This role offers flexible shifts including part-time, full-time, and every-other-weekend/holiday options.

You will support residents with planned activities, assist with daily tasks such as writing letters and voting registration, and help maintain records and craft projects while

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Long-term care experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

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!