Memory Care Activities Associate - Part Time

Providence Place; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence Place of Pottsville is seeking an energetic Activities Associate to lead purposeful, engaging programs for residents experiencing early signs of dementia, helping promote independence and a sense of accomplishment. Part time schedule: 8:30 am–5:00 pm (2 days/week) and 10:30 am–7:00 pm (1 day/week), with EOW/EOH and alternating Fridays/Mondays.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license; prior retirement living experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Prior retirement living experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Encourage residents to attend and participate in meetings, activities and individual appointments.
• Facilitate the daily morning meeting for Connections Club residents. Distribute and review a daily calendar of events.
• Lead stimulating cognitive exercises such as Memory Magic, Time Slips, Poetry, Book Clubs, Art Therapy, etc.
• Maintain required documentation of resident participation in programs.
• Transport and accompany residents on outings as scheduled.
• Support the Connections Club Coordinator by assisting with projects and programs as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Valid Driver's license

Prior retirement living experience preferred

Job description

Providence Place of Pottsville is seeking an energetic Activities Associate to lead purposeful, engaging programs for residents experiencing early signs of dementia, helping promote independence and a sense of accomplishment. Part time schedule: 8:30 am–5:00 pm (2 days/week) and 10:30 am–7:00 pm (1 day/week), with EOW/EOH and alternating Fridays/Mondays.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license; prior retirement living experience is preferred.