Activities Assistant

National Health Care Associates; Town of Catskill (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading health care organization as an Activities Assistant in Catskill, NY. You will play a vital role in enhancing the well-being of residents through engaging recreational activities, fostering community, and building lasting relationships. This part-time position offers flexibility with 13 hours per week, making it a meaningful opportunity to impact lives positively while growing professionally in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Long-Term Care or senior living setting preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Interest in the therapeutic needs of the aged.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing activities for residents.
• Engage residents in recreation programs like arts and crafts, games, and music.
• Document and maintain records of residents' participation.

Skills

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

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A Great Place to Work

The Pines at Catskill is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

A Great Place to Work

The Pines at Catskill is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

What You'll Do

As an Activities Assistant, you have a crucial role in planning and implementing a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities. Your creative ideas and enthusiasm will contribute to fostering a positive and lively atmosphere for our residents.

• Part-time; 13 hours per week with rotating weekends.
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing a diverse range of activities for residents
• Engage residents in arts and crafts, games, music, and other recreational programs
• Collaborate with the Activities Director to develop and implement a monthly activities calendar
• Provide one-on-one support for residents who may need additional assistance
• Foster a sense of community and social interaction among residents
• Document and maintain records of residents' participation in activities
  
  
  

If you are passionate about creating positive and engaging experiences for seniors and have the creativity to organize a variety of activities, we invite you to join our team. Make a real difference in people's lives in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together!

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Catskill team enjoys

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
  
  
  

Starting from USD $16.75/Hr.

What You'll Bring

Qualifications of an Activities Assistant include

• Previous experience in a Long-Term Care or senior living setting is preferred but not required - training will be provided
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Interest in the therapeutic needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  
  
  

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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