Activities Assistant Full Time

Benchmark Senior Living; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Discounted Meal Program

Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms

Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistant in Newton, Massachusetts. In this role, you will organize and implement engaging programs tailored to the individual needs of residents, ensuring their psychological, physical, and emotional well-being.

Your responsibilities include developing an innovative weekly activity schedule, leading various activities, and supporting residents in participation. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of aging issues, recreational activity training, and possess a positive attitude.

Benefits include paid training, 401k matching, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Must understand and develop programs for elders and disabled individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding residents and staff.
• Demonstrates knowledge about residents' needs and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an engaging weekly activity program.
• Lead one-on-one and group activities according to schedule.
• Encourage residents to participate in programming and activities.
• Communicate changes in residents' condition to the Director.

Skills

Knowledge of aging and disability issues

Training in recreational activities

Understanding of Alzheimer’s and related dementias

Ability to coordinate multiple tasks

Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Overview

Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. We are looking for a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistant to join our team! The Programming/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 Programming/Activity Assistant supports and assists the Activity Director in all necessary programming.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging
• Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, 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
• Encourages and motivates residents to attend and participate in programming and activities
• Communicates any changes in the residents condition or behavior pattern to Harbor Care Director
• Stays with group at all times when on excursions

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues. Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals
• Possesses training and knowledge in recreational activities
• Possesses training and knowledge of Alzheimer’s and related dementias
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
• Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure

Benefits

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
• Eligibility may vary by employment status

Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.