Activities Assistant - Skilled Nursing Facility - Full Time

Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Corp; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

8 holidays

Personal days

401k plan

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

A skilled nursing facility in Natick, MA is seeking a full-time Activity Assistant to support activities for residents in dementia, long-term, and sub-acute units. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and can demonstrate one to three months of relevant experience. This position involves working with staff and volunteers to enhance residents' physical and mental well-being. A variety of benefits, including health insurance and a 401k plan, are provided for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience.
• Experience in a familial, social or recreational program within the last five years.
• Ability to support activity programs for dementia, long-term and sub-acute units

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of all activities programs for residents.
• Work collaboratively with staff from all departments and with volunteers.
• Enhance the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.

Skills

Related experience in familial, social or recreational programs

Ability to work collaboratively with staff and volunteers

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Activities Assistant - Skilled Nursing Facility - Full Time

Activity Assistant
24-32 hours/week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Day shift

Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center, a 118 bed skilled nursing facility located in Natick, MA, is looking for an Activity Assistantto join our team. Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center is a 5 Star Facility that has been deeply rooted in the MetroWest community for over 25 years with a reputation for providing high quality care. This facility is situated in a beautiful setting with modern updates to the property and state of the art short term rehab unit and therapy gym.

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.

For employees working 24 hours per week or more, we offer:

• Health and dental insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 8 holidays
• Personal days
• 401k plan
• Student loan repayment
• Life insurance

Summary

The Activity Assistant assists in the implementation of all activities programs in the dementia, long-term, and sub-acute units. In doing so, the Activity Aide may work with staff from all other departments and with volunteers. The Therapeutic Activity department provides and coordinates services and support the meet the interests of each resident. Programming focuses on enhancing the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience in a familial, social or recreational program within the last five years.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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