Activities Assistant- Hawthorne Ridge-Per Diem

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Couse (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Eddy Hawthorne Ridge, part-time per diem Activities Assistant, seeks a dedicated team member for its Memory Care Unit. On-the-job training will be provided for the right candidate.

You will design and lead daily life enrichment activities, get to know residents’ interests, and encourage participation while maintaining safety and organization across programs. Dementia experience is preferred and driving for outings may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Valid license required.
• Dementia experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and lead life enrichment programs reflecting resident interests (3–4 per day).
• Know residents' interests and encourage participation in activities.
• Occasionally drive a 14-passenger van for outings.
• Foster memorable experiences and ensure materials are ready after shifts.
• Assist in planning monthly activity calendars; keep supplies organized.

Skills

Dementia experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Per Diem (per staffing needs) Schedule needed to cover shifts when assistants are on vacation and assistance needed for other staffing shortages

Eddy Hawthorne Ridge is seeking a per diem Activities Assistant for our Memory Care Unit. On-the-job training will be provided for the right candidate.

What Makes Hawthorne Ridge a Great Place to Work?

Hawthorne Ridge is a beautiful community with a supportive staff and innovative approach to caring for the aging population. Our campus houses a 54-bed Memory Care, 50-apartment Independent Living, and 12-bed traditional Assisted Living. We have a beautiful bistro on-site, available for made‑to‑order lunches.

The Position and Our Ideal Candidate

Our Activities colleagues come from a variety of backgrounds, including health care, creative fields, and more! The successful candidate wishes to make a difference in people’s lives and be a partner to our elders in their pursuit of life enrichment; is enthusiastic and energetic; organized; has a positive attitude; is driven; creative and compassionate. Dementia experience preferred.

The Activities Assistant is responsible for creating and leading activities programs which reflect resident interests.

• The Day-to-Day Plan and lead life enrichment programs in accordance with resident interests – 3 to 4 programs each day
• Know the unique interests of residents and encourage them to participate in program offerings
• Occasionally drive company vehicle for outings (must be willing to drive 14-passenger van)
• Incorporate opportunities to foster memorable experiences for residents
• Ensure materials are left out for all planned activities taking place after your scheduled shift ends
• Assist in planning monthly calendar of programs
• Keep activities supplies in neat and orderly condition, alerting Activities Director when supplies are needed

Requirements

• Valid license
• High School Diploma

Pay Range

$17.25 - $22.95 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well‑being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.