Activities Assistant (Per Diem)

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare is looking for a Per Diem Activities Assistant at the Harriet and Ralph Kaplan Estates. Candidates will develop and implement activities that enhance residents' social and recreational experiences in a memory care environment. Applicants should have experience in assisted living and a passion for serving the elderly, ensuring quality outcomes for residents.

Benefits

Rewarding job within recognized organization

Inclusive company culture

Free Parking

Accessible via MBTA Commuter Rail and Bus

Qualifications

• Must have at least a high school diploma.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in assisted living or skilled nursing.
• Computer literacy in MS Office Suite required.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and implement social and recreational programs for residents.
• Engage and motivate residents during activities.
• Drive community van for outings and assist residents.

Skills

Engagement

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Per Diem Activities Assistant | Harriet and Ralph Kaplan Estates - Peabody, MA

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare is a residential and post-acute care provider that consistently delivers high-quality, compassionate care, while focusing on the development of innovative programs and services that enable individuals to live as independently as possible. We are currently seeking an Activities Assistant to join the Resident Life team at the Harriet and Ralph Kaplan Estates in Peabody, MA.

Position Summary:

The Activity Assistant will be involved in the development and implementation of a social and recreational program for residents in our memory care community. Activities include, but are not limited to, the health and wellness, educational/cognitive, creative, sensory motor, and social needs of our residents.

The Activity Assistant position is per-diem.

Primary Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Resident Life Director, the Activity Assistant will:

• Work as part of a team to assist in planning, organizing, and implementing a balanced enrichment program for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
• Engage with residents, encouraging, motivating, and escorting them to and from activities.
• Use technology to enhance experiences for residents during activities.
• Complete initial resident engagement surveys.
• Perform some administrative duties.
• Provide 1:1 visits with residents who prefer to remain in their apartments.
• Communicate with families and employees in a professional manner.
• Drive the community van to and from recreational outings, assisting residents with transfers on and off the van.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the Director of Resident Life.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in an assisted living or skilled nursing facility.
• Computer literacy in MS Office Suite, including Word, Publisher, Outlook, and Excel.
• Must meet company requirements to become an approved driver of our van.
• The ability to work one day of the weekend.
• While performing the duties associated with this position, the Activity Assistant is required to stand, walk, stoop, crouch, and lift or carry weight up to 50 pounds.

Hours: Per-diem

Benefits:

• Rewarding job within an outstanding and recognized organization
• Inclusive company culture
• Free Parking
• Easily accessible from 128/95/Route 1
• Facility Accessible by MBTA Commuter Rail and Bus

Apply today and become part of our Chelsea Jewish Lifecare team at Kaplan Estates!

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare is an equal opportunity employer, veterans & disability. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare conducts extensive background checks and professional references for all potential employees. If selected for hire, you must be able to provide a recent physical and required immunizations including fully-vaccinated status for Covid-19.