ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT - PART-TIME

North Hill; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Free parking

Free on-site fitness center

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

North Hill, a not-for-profit senior living community in Needham, Massachusetts, is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan, develop, and evaluate engaging programs for residents. The role emphasizes small-group and one-on-one interactions, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and assisting with daily activities and meals according to the schedule.

You will help create a welcoming environment, document participation, coordinate calendars, and support volunteers while ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and strong customer support skills.
• HIPAA safeguards knowledge and compliance.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Must deal tactfully with Residents, family members, and the public.
• Proficiency with technology such as video calls and audio systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, implements and evaluates programs to engage Residents.
• Coordinate weekly program calendar and notes per household.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to meet Residents' needs.
• Assist with meal services and group activities.
• Document activities and outcomes in a timely manner.
• Support volunteers and community partnerships.

Skills

Customer support

HIPAA compliance

Independent worker

Effective communicator

English proficiency

Technology use

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

FaceTime

Zoom

Rendever

Eversound

Skype

Audio systems

Job description

North Hill isn’t just a place to work. It’s a place to find community. Team members work together to fulfill North Hill’s mission of providing the highest standard of housing and care for seniors in the Northeast Region. We offer great benefits, and work that adds purpose to your life. We have fun, too! Come join the team at North Hill!

When you work at North Hill you'll enjoy:

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with Company Match

(with student loan repayment options)

Paid Time Off

10 holidays
Biannual PTO payout

Tuition Reimbursement

(up to $4,000 per year)

Pet Insurance

Team MemberSupport Fund

BenefitHub DiscountMarketplace

Free CPR Classes

Free Meals

ESL Program

Onsite gym/pool &free fitness classes

Gym reimbursement up to $150
MeruHealth for 12 free therapy sessions. WebMD Health bonuses worth up to $150 in gift cards

Social Events

Learning & Development

North Hill Elevate Peer to Peer Training Leadership Training External Trainers

Compensation

Value Cards Generous Referral Bonus Wellness Perks & Initiatives Annual Scrubs Stipend

Position:ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT - PART-TIME

Location: Needham, MA

Job Id:2274

# of Openings:1

ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT

Schedule: Part-Time | 24 Hours

Position Summary

For over 40 years, North Hill, a not-for-profit senior living community located in Needham, Massachusetts, has provided vibrant living opportunities to people 65+ by offering a host of hospitality, wellness and health care services . The Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, organizing, implementing and evaluating programs for Residents.

Job Specific Duties

• Plans, designs, implements and evaluates programs to enhance the Resident experience across campus
• Provides meaningful individual and group engagements within the small house model
• Creates weekly Residents notes regarding participation, behavior, programming recommendations and highlights per household
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team daily to ensure Residents needs are met
• Completes written or electronic documentation in a timely manner
• Participates in household meal services, including preparation, cooking and serving meals
• Monitors changes in the Resident’s needs, abilities, and preferences to provide programs and activities appropriate for individual and group audiences
• Assists with facilitating volunteer opportunities for Team Members and Residents
• Works closely with family members and outside organizations or individuals to provide care to Residents (i.e., private companion, hospice team, etc.)
• Coordinates supplies and space as needed for planned events
• Assists in developing, producing, and distributing the weekly and daily program calendar
• Performs administrative requirements, such as ordering supplies, proofing publications, and completing necessary forms as needed
• Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Engages Residents in one-on-one interactions
• Facilitates group activities according to the programming schedule
• Facilitates virtual visits for Residents
• Provides caring, thoughtful and engaging service at all times
• Communicates any challenges, complaints or service difficulties to immediate supervisor
• Meets department uniform, appearance, and grooming requirements
• Complies with all OSHA safety regulations, applicable local laws regarding health, safety, or environment

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and strong customer support skills
• Complies with protection of health information (HIPAA) safeguards
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with Team Members, Residents, family members, visitors, and the general public
• Work professionally with people from a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• When working in Resident areas, must be able to communicate effectively in English
• Attends and participates in in-service educational classes, Healthcare Academy and staff meetings as directed
• Ability to use technology such as FaceTime, Zoom, Rendever, Eversound, Skype, and audio systems

Education and Experience

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• Comfortable with computer software programs
• Maintains First Aid, CPR, and other certifications and trainings
• Experience and/or formal training in planning, developing, and facilitating recreational or engagement programs for the senior population is preferred

Satisfactory completion of a background investigation is required for this position.

North Hill Offers

Free meals

Free parking

Free on-site fitness center

State-of-the-art work environment

Employee referral program

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Range: $22-$25/hour

Individual compensation within this range is based on a candidate’s specific qualifications, including education, overall experience, relevant experience, and specific skills. We strive to ensure that compensation is competitive, fair, and reflects the value each candidate brings to the role.

North Hill is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment and advancement to all team members and potential team members. North Hill does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/ or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.

North Hill embraces diversity and believes that our community is enriched when people from varied cultures, backgrounds and attitudes come together in shared interests. We welcome people of every race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, political view and familial status. We thrive collectively in an environment of inclusivity that encourages a free exchange of ideas.

At North Hill, Residents and Team Members are a family. Do we work hard? Sure we do and we’re proud of it. Do we have fun, too? You bet. In our beautiful Top-of-the-Hill Team Member Cafe we enjoy gourmet meals prepared daily by the same executive chef who creates our Residents’ cuisine using the same ingredients. Our summer team outings take us sailing on Boston Harbor or quacking at tourists from a Boston Duck Boat. All departments team up to serve and help residents celebrate happy occasions. We even celebrate birthdays together. We work at North Hill because every day we make a positive difference in the lives of our Residents and in each others’ lives. And that feels really good when we go home at the end of the day.