Activity Assistant Traditions of Dedham

LCB Senior Living, LLC; Dedham (MA); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 29.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Per diem availability

Zusammenfassung

LCB Senior Living, LLC in Dedham, MA is hiring an Activity Assistant on a per dieme basis to enrich the daily lives of residents. You will help plan and implement activities, support transportation needs, and foster a caring community atmosphere.

The role requires creativity, strong communication, and basic computer skills. A driver’s license is required with a clean record. Per diem shifts offer flexibility and exposure to senior care.”

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Gerontology experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license in state of work with no more than two moving violations in three years.
• Must lift a minimum of 15 lbs and be able to perform physical tasks.

Aufgaben

• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing residence activities.
• Suggest ideas to improve Activities Program.
• Maintain warm, professional relationships with residents and families.
• Assist with transportation to community activities and escorts.
• Expand Volunteer Programs and residence store operations.
• Assist with newsletters and calendars.
• Attend in-service training and orientation.
• Drive residents in a van as needed.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Creativity

Motivation

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Calendar/Newsletter software

Database management

Jobbeschreibung

If you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one!LCB Senior Living is hiring Activity Assistants at Traditions of Dedham. Apply today for immediate consideration!**Per Diem Availability!**Wage band: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour based on years of experience!What We Offer:Work with an Amazing Team!Possibility for tuition reimbursementRewarding role working with seniorsEssential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:Assist in the Planning, developing, organizing, and implementation of all residence activities.Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program.Maintains a professional, warm and caring relationship with residents and families.Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities.Assist with maintaining and expanding Volunteer Programs.Assist residents with maintaining and operating the residence store.Assist with maintaining adequate supplies per department budget.Assist residents to and from activities.Assist with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.Attend required on-going in-service training sessions and orientation.Driving residents in van as needed.Perform dual tasks and work independently.LCBs Non-Discrimination Policy:LCB, including its managed care communities, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment and employment opportunities at LCB are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job with or without reasonable accommodation. All employment opportunities areprovided without regard to race, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender status), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy to provide equal opportunity encompasses all phases of employment, including recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.Job Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:The ability to assist in the development and implementation of activities required.The ability to create interest in the activities and motivate residents to participate daily is required.Creativity and motivational skills necessary.The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is essential.Requires frequent bending, stretching, stooping and lifting.Must be able to perform tasks and work independently.Demonstrates computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet, database managers presentation software and Calendar/Newsletter softwareEducation: A high school diploma or GED is preferred.Experience: Previous experience in the recreational therapy or related field preferred. Gerontology experience preferred.Certificates/Licenses: A valid drivers license in the state of work is required with no more than two moving violations in a three year period as determined by our insurance broker.Physical Demands:Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment.Visual and auditory acuity.Must be able to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs., and be able to carry objects.Must be able to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand.Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.