Dance/Movement Therapist/Activity Assistant - Full time

Colonial Group; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; 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

Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation & PTO

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living in Newton, MA is seeking a Dance Movement Therapist (R-DMT/BC-DMT) or an Expressive Arts Therapist with a movement focus to join our Programming Team. The role designs and delivers wellness activities blending art, music, and movement to support residents in assisted living and memory care, enhancing quality of life.

The Dance Movement Therapist will collaborate with art and music therapists and interns to create a spectrum of therapeutic approaches aligned with six

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher; knowledge of aging and disability issues.
• Training in recreational activities and dementia care.
• Understanding of Alzheimer's and related dementias.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement a seven-day activity program that is engaging.
• Conduct one-on-one, small group and large group activities per schedule.
• Support residents' independent activity pursuits within programming.
• Adapt programs to meet diverse resident needs and abilities.
• Monitor resident conditions and report changes to supervisor.
• Engage residents to participate in wellness activities and excursions.

Skills

Dance Movement Therapist

Expressive Arts Therapist

Education

Master's in Dance Movement Therapy or Expressive Arts Therapy

Job description

The Falls at Cordingly Dam in Newton, MA is looking for either a Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT; BC-DMT) or anExpressive art Therapist with emphasis in movement/dance to join our Programming Team.

-Registered or Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT; BC-DMT) (preferred, not required)

-Accredited Masters of Mental Health Counseling- Dance Movement Therapy or Expressive Arts Therapy (preferred, not required)

- $23/hr - $25/hr

- Full-Time opportunity for Tuesday -Saturday.

Job Description

TheDance Movement Therapist organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs ofour residents. Also providing quality verbal and non-verbal enrichment programs with the influence of art, music, and movement for residents in our assisted living and memory care neighborhood. The role would include expanding the diverse definition of each wellness activity to meet residents where they are to enhance quality of life.

The Dance Movement Therapist will join a team consisting of art therapist(s), Music therapist(s) and expressive therapies interns to collaborate in building a spectrum of therapeutic approaches designed to meet one or all of the 6 Dimensions of Wellness for our diverse population.

Tuesday - Saturday, full time

$19.75/hr - $21/hr

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*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• 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.