Life Enrichment Associate / Activities Assistant - Full-Time

Notre Dame Health Care Center, Inc.; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Notre Dame Health Care Center, Inc. in Worcester, MA is seeking a compassionate Life Enrichment Associate / Activities Assistant to support recreational, social, and therapeutic programs for residents in a long-term care setting.

This full-time role (32 hours) requires evening availability and offers opportunities to engage residents through crafts, music, games, and outings, while collaborating with staff to enhance quality of life.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with older adults or healthcare preferred.
• Friendly, energetic, and compassionate personality; strong communication.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and assist residents as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing and leading group and individual activities.
• Encourage resident participation and adapt activities for varying abilities.
• Set up and clean up activity areas before and after events.
• Transport or escort residents to activities safely.
• Monitor and document resident participation and behavior during activities.
• Report any changes in residents' condition or mood to nursing staff.
• Help decorate facility for special events and seasonal changes.
• Maintain and organize activity supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate activity schedules with staff and volunteers.
• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute input on residents' social needs.

Skills

Friendly, energetic, compassionate

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Creativity

Physical stamina

Memory care experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

NDHC is always looking for compassionate & caring individuals to further enhance our mission!

Activities Assistant

Full-Time (32 Hours)

** Some evening availability required

Notre Dame Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation,

Notre Dame Health Care Center

559 Plantation Street Worcester, MA 01605

www.notredamehealthcare.org

Position Summary:

The Life Enrichment Associate / Activities Assistant supports the planning and implementation of recreational, social, and therapeutic activity programs designed to meet the interests and needs of residents in a long-term care setting. The role promotes resident engagement, socialization, physical activity, and cognitive stimulation to enhance quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in organizing and leading group and individual activities including arts and crafts, music, games, exercise, outings, religious services, and holiday events.
  
• Encourage resident participation and adapt activities to meet varying physical and cognitive abilities.
  
• Help set up and clean up activity areas before and after events.
  
• Transport or escort residents to and from activity areas safely.
  
• Monitor and document resident participation and behavior during activities.
  
• Report any changes in residents' condition or mood to nursing or supervisory staff.
  
• Help decorate facility for special events and seasonal changes.
  
• Maintain and organize activity supplies and equipment.
  
• Collaborate with other staff and volunteers to coordinate activity schedules.
  
• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute input on residents' social and recreational needs.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with older adults or in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Friendly, energetic, and compassionate personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow directions.
• Patience and creativity in engaging residents with diverse needs.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and assist residents as needed.
• Experience with memory care preferred.