Activities Assistant for Memory Care

RadNet, Inc.; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Wingate Living is seeking an Asssisted Living Activity Assistant to organize and implement programs that meet the individual needs of residents. The role emphasizes fostering psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being in a caring setting.

The ideal candidate will help lead one-on-one and group activities, support independence, and work closely with the Life Enrichment Director to adapt activities as residents' needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Assisted Living Activity Assistant helps design daily resident programs.
• Provides one-on-one and group activities per schedule.
• Promotes resident engagement and independence while ensuring safety.
• Maintains confidentiality and compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Organize and implement an innovative daily program for residents.
• Lead one-on-ones, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule.
• Support, encourage and direct independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups.
• Communicate 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.
• Maintain 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 as needed.
• Perform dual tasks and work independently.

Education

High school diploma / Bachelor's degree

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.

Join us, and bring your passion, expertise, and heart to a team that truly values you

Assisted Living Activity Assistant

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 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 pr essure