Assistant - Programming - Full Time

Benchmark Senior Living; Roseland (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Discounted Meal Program

Paid Training & Uniforms

Associate Referral Bonus Program

Health & Wellness programs

401k with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation and PTO

Job summary

Benchmark at Roseland located in Roseland, New Jersey, seeks a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistant to organize and implement programs meeting residents’ physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs. This full-time role supports the Activity Director and helps promote self-esteem in a caring environment.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of aging and dementia care, a background in recreational activities, and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks while maintaining

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; knowledge of aging and disability issues.
• Training and knowledge in recreational activities.
• Training and knowledge of Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, stay organized, and work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing a seven-day activity program that is engaging.
• Lead and implement one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to schedule.
• Support and encourage independent activity pursuits for residents.
• Demonstrate understanding of residents' backgrounds, abilities, interests, and cognitive status to tailor activities.
• Encourage participation in programming and communicate changes in residents’ condition to the Activity Director.
• Remain with group during excursions and ensure safety at all times.

Skills

Recreational activities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activity Assistant/Recreation Assistant: Full Time

Benchmark at Roseland, 345 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark.

Benchmark at Roseland is looking for a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistant to join our team! The Programming/Activity Assistant organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of our residents. The program is intended to fulfill basic psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The Programming/Activity Assistant supports and assists the Activity Director in all necessary programming.

Full Time - Sunday-Thursday

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging
• Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
• Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Supports the resident’s abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity
• Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability
• Encourages and motivates residents to attend and participate in programming and activities
• Communicates any changes in the residents condition or behavior pattern to Harbor Care Director
• Stays with group at all times when on excursions

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues. Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals
• Possesses training and knowledge in recreational activities
• Possesses training and knowledge of Alzheimer’s and related dementias
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
• Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*

*Eligibility may vary by employment status

Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.

Benchmark at Roseland, 345 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, New Jersey, United States of America