Part-Time Activity Assistant for Elders

The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services); Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

403(b) matching

Job summary

The Gathering Place is seeking a Part-time Activity Assistant in Brattleboro, VT. Work 15 hours per week (Mon, Wed, Thu, 10:00am–3:00pm) leading and assisting with activities and meals for elders and adults with disabilities.

No experience is required; paid training is provided. Applicants should be reliable, friendly, and able to learn duties while keeping participants engaged and safe. References required.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates welcomed and training provided.
• Reliability, consistency, teamwork, kindness to participants, and willingness to learn are valued.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and prioritize assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with planned activities and meals.
• Keep service areas clean and help co-workers.
• Interact with participants to foster socialization and well-being.
• Encourage participation in activities, crafts, games, and exercise.
• Monitor comfort, safety, and overall health of participants.

Skills

Prioritize assignments

Lifting up to 30 pounds

Positive and respectful communication

Job description

The Gathering Place is seeking a Part-time Activity Assistant in Brattleboro, VT. Work 15 hours per week (Mon, Wed, Thu, 10:00am–3:00pm) leading and assisting with activities and meals for elders and adults with disabilities.

No experience is required; paid training is provided. Applicants should be reliable, friendly, and able to learn duties while keeping participants engaged and safe. References required.