Activities Assistant, Senior Living Community

Benchmark Senior Living; Alabama; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading senior living community as an Activities Assistant, where you'll create and implement engaging programs that cater to the diverse needs of residents. You'll support their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being while fostering a nurturing environment. This role requires compassion, creativity, and the ability to motivate residents to participate in various activities.

Benefits

Paid Training

401k Retirement Plan with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Experience in developing programs for elders and disabled individuals.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer's and related dementias.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and implements engaging activity programs for residents.
• Leads one-on-one and group activities according to the schedule.
• Communicates changes in residents' conditions to the director.

Skills

Recreational Activities

Communication

Motivation

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Activities Assistant, Senior Living Community

Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill, 4 Forge Hill Road, Franklin, Massachusetts, United States of America Req #2685

Friday, May 9, 2025

Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark.

We are looking for a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistants 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.

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday

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

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 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*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*

*Eligibility may vary by employment status

• Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill, 4 Forge Hill Road, Franklin, Massachusetts, United States of America