Activities Assistant/Driver

Wingate Living; Kingston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wingate Living in Kingston, MA is seeking an Activity Assistant to organize and implement programs that meet residents' psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs in a caring environment.

You will lead one-on-one and group activities, support independent pursuits, coordinate transport, and assist with newsletters and calendars, while maintaining confidentiality and a warm, professional relationship with residents and families.

Qualifications

• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
• Shows an ability to relate to and perform job functions for the elderly in a positive and efficient manner
• Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure

Responsibilities

• Organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of our residents
• Leads and implements one-on-ones, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
• Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Supports the resident's abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity
• Communicates any changes in the residents' condition or behavior pattern to Life Enrichment Director
• Assist in the Planning, developing, organizing, and implementation of all residence activities
• Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program
• Maintains a professional, warm and caring relationship with residents and families
• Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities
• Assist with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar
• Attend required on-going in-service training sessions and orientation
• Driving residents in van/bus as needed
• Perform dual tasks and work independently

Education

High school diploma / bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Knowledge of aging and disability issues preferred

Job description

Your Career, Your Calling, Our Commitment to Exceptional Care.

At Wingate Living, we're more than just senior living--we're builders of lifestyles, friendships, and communities you'll be proud to be part of. As a family-owned company with over 30 years of experience throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we offer a unique blend of healthcare and hospitality through a full continuum of premier services.

The Activity Assistant

Organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of our residents. The program is intended to fulfill basic psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The Activity Assistant supports and assists all necessary programming.

• Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative daily program for residents
• Leads and implements one-on-ones, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
• Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Supports the resident's abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity
• Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability
• Communicates any changes in the residents' condition or behavior pattern to Life Enrichment Director
• Assist in the Planning, developing, organizing, and implementation of all residence activities.
• Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program.
• Maintains a professional, warm and caring relationship with residents and families.
• Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities.
• Assist with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.
• Attend required on-going in-service training sessions and orientation.
• Driving residents in van/bus as needed.
• Perform dual tasks and work independently.

Job Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues preferred .
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
• Shows an ability to relate to and perform job functions for the elderly in a positive and efficient manner
• Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure