Memory Care Activity Leader for Engaging Programs

Benchmark Senior Living; North Attleborough (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday benefits

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Health & wellness programs

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and PTO

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living in Massachusetts is seeking a Memory Care Activity Assistant to organize and implement engaging programs for residents, supporting their psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs in a nurturing environment.

You will assist the Activity Director, lead one-on-one and group activities, adapt to varying resident abilities, maintain confidentiality, and help sustain a seven-day activity plan aligned with resident interests and safety.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues.
• Qualified by experience and training to develop programs for elders and disabled individuals.
• Training in recreational activities and knowledge of Alzheimer’s/dementias.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding residents, staff and community.
• Capable of coordinating multiple tasks with a positive attitude under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the schedule.
• Develop and implement a seven day a week activity program that is engaging.
• Support residents by viewing care as an activity and honoring abilities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of residents’ backgrounds, participation needs, and cognitive abilities.
• Encourage residents to attend and participate in programming.
• Communicate any changes in residents’ condition to the Harbor Care Director.
• Stay with group during excursions to ensure safety.

Skills

Recreational activities knowledge

Alzheimer’s/dementia knowledge

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality and integrity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living in Massachusetts is seeking a Memory Care Activity Assistant to organize and implement engaging programs for residents, supporting their psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs in a nurturing environment.

You will assist the Activity Director, lead one-on-one and group activities, adapt to varying resident abilities, maintain confidentiality, and help sustain a seven-day activity plan aligned with resident interests and safety.