Joyful Senior Activity & Engagement Specialist

South Mountain Rehab Center; Boonsboro (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

South Mountain Rehab Center in Boonsboro, MD is seeking a friendly Activity Assistant to design and lead engaging activities that promote socialization, engagement, and residents’ wellbeing.

You will tailor activities to individual interests, welcome new residents, document participation, and collaborate with volunteers while following safety and privacy protocols. Opportunities to grow with the care team and contribute to a joyful community are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in Long Term Care Activities Department; dementia experience preferred.
• An unbreakable smile, patience, and a genuine desire to brighten residents' days.

Responsibilities

• Create connections by facilitating group and one-on-one activities under the Life Enrichment Director.
• Get to know residents’ likes, dislikes and preferences to tailor activities.
• Welcome new residents to the community and help them settle in.
• Report and reflect by monitoring participation and documenting engagement for care planning.
• Collaborate with community volunteers and guide tasks to enrich the activity program.
• Follow infection control, safety and privacy protocols at all times.
• Communicate positively with residents, families, team members and supervisors.
• Proactively assist with resident requests and report concerns or equipment issues.
• Attend meetings and trainings to bring fresh ideas to the activity program.

Skills

Long Term Care Activities Experience

Dementia Experience

Positive Attitude

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

South Mountain Rehab Center in Boonsboro, MD is seeking a friendly Activity Assistant to design and lead engaging activities that promote socialization, engagement, and residents’ wellbeing.

You will tailor activities to individual interests, welcome new residents, document participation, and collaborate with volunteers while following safety and privacy protocols. Opportunities to grow with the care team and contribute to a joyful community are available.