Programming Assistant

Benchmark Senior Living; Woodbridge (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Discounted meal program

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Join Benchmark Senior Living as a Programming/Activity Assistant and help enhance the lives of our residents through engaging activities. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a variety of programs aimed at meeting the psychological, social, and emotional needs of seniors.

This role involves working closely with residents, encouraging participation in planned activities, and being attentive to their individual backgrounds and capabilities.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with seniors and disabled individuals.
• Demonstrates a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents.

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing and implementing innovative activity programs.
• Leads one-on-one, small group, and large group activities.
• Encourages resident participation in programming.

Skills

Recreational activities

Knowledge of aging issues

Alzheimer's training

Communication skills

Multi-task coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark.

We are looking for a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistants to join our team! The Programming/Activity Assistant organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of our residents. The program is intended to fulfill basic psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The Programming/Activity Assistant supports and assists the Activity Director in all necessary programming.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging
• Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
• Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Supports the resident’s abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity
• Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability
• Encourages and motivates residents to attend and participate in programming and activities
• Communicates any changes in the residents condition or behavior pattern to Harbor Care Director
• Stays with group at all times when on excursions

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues. Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals
• Possesses training and knowledge in recreational activities
• Possesses training and knowledge of Alzheimer’s and related dementias
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
• Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure

Benefits

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
• Eligibility may vary by employment status

Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.