Recreation Activities Assistant - Per-Diem

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Stafford (CT); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Mentorship

Career growth

Supportive team

Meaningful impact

Résumé du poste

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Stafford Springs, CT seeks an Activities Assistant to plan and run recreational and therapeutic activities for residents. You will collaborate with the Activities Director to create a monthly calendar and provide one-on-one support as needed.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive training, mentorship, opportunities for professional growth, a supportive team, and a chance to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Long-Term Care or senior living setting preferred but not required; training provided.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature.
• Interest in therapeutic activities for the aged.

Responsabilités

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing activities for residents.
• Engage residents in arts and crafts, games, music, and other programs.
• Collaborate with the Activities Director to develop a monthly activities calendar.
• Provide one-on-one support for residents needing extra help.
• Foster community and social interaction among residents.
• Document and maintain records of participation in activities.

Connaissances

Compassionate

Team player

Interpersonal communication

English literacy

Description du poste

A Great Place to Work

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 205 Chestnut Hill Road, Stafford Springs, Connecticut, 06076

What You'll Do:

As an Activities Assistant, you have a crucial role in planning and implementing a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities. Your creative ideas and enthusiasm will contribute to fostering a positive and lively atmosphere for our residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing a diverse range of activities for residents
• Engage residents in arts and crafts, games, music, and other recreational programs
• Collaborate with the Activities Director to develop and implement a monthly activities calendar
• Provide one-on-one support for residents who may need additional assistance
• Foster a sense of community and social interaction among residents
• Document and maintain records of residents' participation in activities

If you are passionate about creating positive and engaging experiences for seniors and have the creativity to organize a variety of activities, we invite you to join our team. Make a real difference in people's lives in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together!

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Evergreen family will enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay
USD $19.62 - USD $19.62 /Hr.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of an Activities Assistant include:

• Previous experience in a Long-Term Care or senior living setting is preferred but not required - training will be provided
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Interest in the therapeutic needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National's centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named "Best Of" by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.