Activity Assistant

Wedgemere HealthCare; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Wedgemere Healthcare in Taunton, MA, is seeking an Activities Assistant to provide engaging group and individual activities for residents, fostering a joyous atmosphere and person-centered care.

Responsibilities include assisting the Activity Director, transporting residents, facilitating activities, and supporting QAPI efforts while upholding HIPAA and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement activities enriching residents' lives.
• Transport residents to activities as needed.
• Facilitate activities and engage residents.
• May work weekends, evenings, holidays.
• Contribute to respectful, team-oriented environment.
• Participate in quality improvement activities (QAPI) as requested.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect health information (HIPAA).
• Provide patient-centered interaction.

Skills

Caring/Compassion

Accountability

Effective Communication

Confidentiality

Team Player

Dedication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activities Assistant for Wedgemere 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.

Pay Range: $17.50-$19.39

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)
• Life Assistance Program
• Home and Auto Insurance Discounts
• Verizon wireless discounts (22% discount)

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 / Aff/ Action Employer

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