Memory Care Activities Assistant: Enrich Residents' Days

Benchmark Senior Living; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Meal Program

Training

Uniforms

Referral Bonus

Wellness Programs

401k Match

Medical Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living in Connecticut is seeking a Memory Care Activity Assistant to bring compassion and creativity to daily resident programs, tailoring activities to individual abilities and interests. Experience with aging and dementia welcomed; HS diploma or higher required; benefits include health coverage and training opportunities.

You will support the Activity Director, lead one-on-one and group activities, monitor resident responses, and help create a warm, safe, and engaging living

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or higher, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of aging and disability issues.
• Training in recreational activities and dementia care.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement activities for individuals and groups per schedule.
• Develop engaging seven-day activity program.
• Support residents by viewing care as activities.
• Know residents' backgrounds and participation needs.
• Encourage attendance and participation.
• Report changes to Harbor Care Director.
• Stay with group during excursions.

Skills

Compassionate care

Activity programming

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Alzheimer’s knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living in Connecticut is seeking a Memory Care Activity Assistant to bring compassion and creativity to daily resident programs, tailoring activities to individual abilities and interests. Experience with aging and dementia welcomed; HS diploma or higher required; benefits include health coverage and training opportunities.

You will support the Activity Director, lead one-on-one and group activities, monitor resident responses, and help create a warm, safe, and engaging living