Programming Assistant

Senior Living Residences; Bourne (MA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DEI Initiatives

Generous bonus program

Retail discounts

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Tuition rewards program

Professional development programs

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Senior Living Residences in Bourne, Massachusetts is seeking a compassionate programming assistant to support our residents. The ideal candidate will help coordinate daily activities, build relationships, and assist in entertainment and outings.

This part-time position offers a starting pay of $17 per hour with generous benefits including a bonus program, health reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with elderly and/or Alzheimer's populations preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers.
• Punctuality and reliability are essential for assisting residents.

Responsibilities

• Form meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Help implement and coordinate the balanced daily programming schedule.
• Support coordination of entertainment including guest lecturers.
• Participate in scheduled outings and ensure residents' safety.
• Support development of monthly newsletter and social media updates.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Job description

Bourne, Massachusetts

Have you ever coached a team, facilitated a program, or worked as a group leader? This may be the role for you! Cape Cod Senior Residences is seeking a patient, innovative programmer who is creative, friendly, compassionate and organized to assist the Program Director in creating, scheduling, and implementing programs for our residents.

Cape Cod Senior Residences’ caring and compassionate programming team members provide dynamic opportunities and meaningful engagement for our senior residents. Our associates appreciate our safe, home-like, and fun work environment.

Cape Cod Senior Residences is located at 100 Dr. Julius Kelley Lane, Bourne, MA.

Available Shifts

Part Time: Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Pay & Benefits

Rates start at $17 per hour

Benefits

• DEI Initiatives – A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and/or residents
• Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking

What Will You Be Doing?

• Form meaningful relationships with residents and families
• Help implement and coordinate the balanced daily programming schedule for 7 days per week
• Support with coordination of entertainment including guest lecturers, musicians, and fitness instructors
• Participate in scheduled outings, ensuring safety of residents on transportation and off-site
• Support with developing monthly newsletter, taking photos, and updating social media

Requirements

• Experience working with elderly and/or Alzheimer's populations, preferred
• Physical requirements: Standing, sitting, bending, and transferring residents (with and without assistance)
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
• Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise

Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare’s LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.