Creative Activities Lead - Part-Time Senior Care

Benchmark-Senior-Living; Lincoln (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Meal program

Training & uniforms

Referral bonus

Wellness programs

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Job summary

The Commons in Lincoln, a Benchmark Senior Living community, is seeking a part-time Activity Assistant for our Skilled Nursing Rehab facility. The role focuses on creating and leading engaging programs that meet residents' physical, social, and emotional needs.

You will support group and individual activities, fostering independence and dignity while coordinating with care teams to ensure a nurturing environment. Prior experience in activities for elders is valued.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative daily program for residents.
• Leads and implements one‑on‑ones, 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 residents' abilities by understanding that all aspects of care.
• Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability.

Skills

Recreational activities

Alzheimer's knowledge

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Resident-focused care

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

The Commons in Lincoln, a Benchmark Senior Living community, is seeking a part-time Activity Assistant for our Skilled Nursing Rehab facility. The role focuses on creating and leading engaging programs that meet residents' physical, social, and emotional needs.

You will support group and individual activities, fostering independence and dignity while coordinating with care teams to ensure a nurturing environment. Prior experience in activities for elders is valued.