Memory Care Activities Specialist

Benchmark Senior Living; Trumbull (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a compassionate Memory Care Activity Assistant to organize and implement programs tailored to each resident’s physical, cognitive, and emotional needs. You will support the Activity Director and help create a seven-day activity schedule that promotes self-esteem in a caring environment.

Responsibilities include leading various group sizes, understanding resident backgrounds, and encouraging participation while maintaining confidentiality and high safety

Qualifications

• Knowledge of aging and disability issues and activity development.
• Experience in recreational activities and dementia care.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding residents and staff.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead one-on-one, small group and large group activities per schedule.
• Develop and implement a seven-day activity program.
• Support activities by understanding resident backgrounds and needs.
• Motivate residents to participate and report changes to supervisor.
• Supervise residents during excursions and group activities.

Skills

Activity programming

Memory care knowledge

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a compassionate Memory Care Activity Assistant to organize and implement programs tailored to each resident’s physical, cognitive, and emotional needs. You will support the Activity Director and help create a seven-day activity schedule that promotes self-esteem in a caring environment.

Responsibilities include leading various group sizes, understanding resident backgrounds, and encouraging participation while maintaining confidentiality and high safety