Activities Assistant

Asbury; Solomons (MD); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Asbury, a recognized senior living community, is seeking a dedicated individual to engage residents in meaningful programming that promotes overall wellness. The ideal candidate will have experience in recreation or healthcare, with a strong commitment to enhancing residents' quality of life through purposeful activities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K with match

PTO and paid holidays

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in recreation or activities preferred in health care.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Engage residents in wellness activities according to their needs.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to promote resident independence.
• Develop and coordinate activity calendars based on residents' interests.

Skills

Engagement in programming

Therapy program direction

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Company Description

Today is a new day. At Asbury we’re filling it with more laughter, more possibilities, more ways to give back, all backed by support for whatever life brings your way. We are an organization with a mindset to help others, a place where seniors continue to teach, learn, and grow, a certified Great Place to Work where you can build a purposeful career. Let’s do all the good we can in this world – together.

Asbury Solomons is proud to be a U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023 Best Nursing Home. Asbury Solomons is a senior living community of energetic people who truly care about one another.

Once you've submitted your application, you'll receive an email and text invitation from our trusted partner, Arena, to complete a short 3-5 minute questionnaire. Completing this step is required as part of the application process and helps us get to know you better.

Hours and Pay

• PRN/Per Diem (as needed)
• Shifts include weekdays & weekends
• 8 hour shifts between the hours of 8am - 6pm
• Minimum of 2-3 shifts per month
• $17.75/hour

Job Description

• Ensures that each resident has opportunities to be engaged in programming that meets their needs and embraces all components of wellness: physical, spiritual, vocational, emotional, social and intellectual.
• Promotes the highest level of functionality and independence that residents can achieve and maintain. Works with the interdisciplinary team in skilled nursing and assisted living to determine what these levels are and how to best approach these goals.
• Assists in the development, implementation and coordination of a calendar of activities in accordance with the needs, interests and capabilities of residents as determined by discussion with residents and team members.
• Creates and establishes positive relationships with entertainers, churches and community groups in order to provide education and promote public relationships.
• Directs individualized therapy programs for residents in goal planning and support/care plan meetings to set standards for resident participation and evaluate progress.
• Uses current techniques in validation, re-motivation, reality orientation and Montessori approaches as dictated by client situation and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GEDrequired.
• 1+ year(s) experience working in recreation or activities, preferably in a health care facility.

Additional Information

Depending upon the status of the position, Asbury offers generous benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401K with match; PTO and paid holidays.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.