Activity Assistant

Dexter House Healthcare; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Dexter House Healthcare is seeking an Activities Assistant to provide group and individual activities for residents, promoting an engaging and joyous atmosphere. You will assist in planning, transport residents to activities, and facilitate programs focused on geriatric engagement.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent; prior long-term care experience is a plus. The role supports a resident-centered environment with confidentiality and teamwork as core values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior long-term care experience preferred.
• Ability to interact with residents and families with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Activity Director in planning and implementing activities.
• Transport residents to activities as needed.
• Facilitate engaging activities for residents.
• Participate in quality improvement activities (QAPI).
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and independence.

Skills

Caring/Compassion

Accountability

Effective Communication

Confidentiality

Team Player

Dedication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activities Assistant for Dexter House Healthcare

We know that working in the healthcare industry is more than just a job – it’s a way of life reserved for the most compassionate, caring, and hard-working individuals. We are privileged to work alongside people who believe, like we do, that locally owned and operated healthcare facilities should go beyond simply “meeting the needs” of its residents.

The Activity Assistant is responsible for providing group and individual activities for the residents. To promote an engaging and joyous atmosphere for the residents.

• Assist the Activity Director in the planning, development, and implementation of activities which enrich the lives of the residents


• Transport residents to and from activities as needed


• Facilitate the activity


• A possible varied work schedule that may include some weekends, evenings, and holidays


• Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented and responsive to the concerns of co-workers, residents and families


• Participates in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested


• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (HIPAA) at all times


• Customer Service Oriented


• Ability to be patient while interacting with challenged or difficult residents


• Knowledge of activity programs developed to engage adult and geriatric residents


• Skill in conducting arts & crafts, music, games and associated activities


• Demonstrates organizational and critical thinking skills


• Strong interpersonal skills


• Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary


• Ability to create a resident-centered environment

Qualifications

A minimum of a high school education or high school equivalency diploma. (Required). Prior experience in the long-term care environment (Preferred).

• Caring/Compassion


• Accountability


• Effective Communication


• Confidentiality


• Team Player


• Dedication

Benefits include but not limited to:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)


• Medical


• Vision


• Life Insurance


• 401(k)

If you have a passion for helping people, for making them feel safe, respected, cared for and listened to, then your next step is with us.

Next Step Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity / Affiliate-Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.