Evening & Weekend Activities Assistant — Senior Care

River-Terrace-Rehabilitation-and-Healthcare-Center; Lancaster (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Employee engagement and culture commit

Shift differentials

Company-sponsored life insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

River Terrace Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Lancaster, MA, seeks an Activities Assistant for a part-time schedule on Weekdays 2pm–7pm and every other weekend 8am–5pm. Daily pay is available.

The role focuses on enriching residents' social, emotional, and physical well-being through engaging activities. The Activities Assistant will plan, document, and lead programs, collaborate with the care team, and help create a welcoming, resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) year of experience in an Activities Department, healthcare setting, skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, assisted living community, or related environment preferred.
• Experience working with seniors is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, engaging, and positive environment that enhances residents' quality of life and daily experiences.
• Document resident participation and engagement in scheduled activities and programs.
• Promote the social, physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being of residents through meaningful activities and interactions.
• Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing recreational, social, educational, and community-based programs.
• Build positive relationships with residents and encourage participation based on each individual's interests, abilities, and preferences.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support resident care goals and enhance overall resident satisfaction.
• Observe and communicate changes in residents' moods, behaviors, interests, or level of participation to appropriate team members.
• Assist with community outreach and marketing events that showcase our commitment to resident-centered care.
• Complete required administrative tasks, including audits, reports, activity documentation, and program records.
• Help prepare, decorate, set up, and break down activities, special events, celebrations, and holiday programs.
• Assist with safely escorting and transporting residents to and from activities and events.
• Support a culture of Passion, Respect, and Excellence through compassionate interactions and exceptional service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

River Terrace Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Lancaster, MA, seeks an Activities Assistant for a part-time schedule on Weekdays 2pm–7pm and every other weekend 8am–5pm. Daily pay is available.

The role focuses on enriching residents' social, emotional, and physical well-being through engaging activities. The Activities Assistant will plan, document, and lead programs, collaborate with the care team, and help create a welcoming, resident-centered environment.