Programming Assistant - Full Time

Benchmark Senior Living; Franklin, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays & floating holidays

Meal program discount

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Referral bonus

Wellness programs

401k with match

Medical vision dental

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation & PTO

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living seeks a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistant to design and implement daily programs that meet residents' physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs, while supporting the Activity Director in all programming.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, training in recreational activities, knowledge of aging and dementia care, and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks with a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or higher and aging/disability knowledge.
• Experience with recreational activities training.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s/dementias.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks while staying positive.
• Maintains confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a seven-day activity program that engages residents.
• Lead individual, small group, and large group activities.
• Support independence and encourage participation.
• Understand resident backgrounds and needs to tailor activities.
• Monitor changes in residents' condition and report to Harbor Care Director.
• Stay with group during excursions.

Skills

Recreational activities knowledge

Alzheimer's/dementias knowledge

Confidentiality

Task coordination

Positive attitude

Ability under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (optional)

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 resident’s 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

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.