Activities Assistant - Senior Living Community

Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Corp; Framingham, Northern (MA, KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

8 holidays

Personal days

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Corporation's Heritage facility in Framingham, MA is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activity Director in planning and running engaging programs for residents, including educational, recreational, social and spiritual activities. This full-time role requires interaction with residents, families and staff, and includes every-other weekend rotation.

Per diem hours may be available.

Qualifications

• Must have patience and tact in dealing with residents, their family members, and staff.
• Must possess genuine concern for and ability to work with the elderly and with elderly who have memory loss and mental impairment.
• Must demonstrate overall positive image and attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and running activities and events to enhance residents' living experience and quality of life.
• Interact effectively with residents, families, visitors and staff across the community.
• Support all aspects of the community under direction of the Activity Director.

Skills

Patience and tact

Genuine concern for elderly

Positive image

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Mary Ann Morse at Heritage - Framingham, MA 01701Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00 HourlyJob Category: ActivitiesActivity Assistant- Senior Living Center
Full Time – 40 hours/week, every other weekend rotation required
Per Diem hours available

POSITION SUMMARY:

With direction of Activity Director, assist in implementing and running activities and events to enhance the Mary Ann Morse at Heritage living experience and improve the residents’ quality of life. The programming will include educational, recreational, social and spiritual components adapted on an ongoing basis to meet the continuous change in mix of residents’ backgrounds, skills and interests. The position requires the ability to effectively interact with residents (including residents with memory loss), families, visitors, and other staff members throughout the community. The Activity Assistant is expected to be involved in all aspects of the community.

QualificationsSpecific Requirements:

• Must have patience and tact in dealing with residents, their family members, and staff.
• Must possess genuine concern for and ability to work with the elderly and with elderly who have memory loss and mental impairment.
• Must demonstrate overall positive image and attitude.

Benefits for employees working over 24 hours, we offer:

• Health and dental insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 8 holidays
• Personal days
• 401k plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance

Working at non-profit Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Corporation is a meaningful and rewarding experience. Together, we help seniors and their families to embrace healthy aging. Our continuum of exceptional quality senior living, healthcare, and home care services has been trusted by Metro West families for more than 25 years. We are an equal opportunity employer.