Recreation Specialist for Dementia Care & Activities

Vantage Care; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center in Springfield, MA is seeking a Recreation Assistant with Dementia Experience to plan and implement activities for residents with diverse needs. The role supports daily programs under supervision to enhance residents’ functional abilities and engagement.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience, tact, and enthusiasm, with proficiency in English and a compassionate approach to residents at different levels of ability.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, and be willing to handle residents at varying levels of ability.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities programs under the supervision of the director to improve residents' functioning across physical, cognitive, social, emotional, developmental, or age-related needs.

Skills

English proficiency

Job description

Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center in Springfield, MA is seeking a Recreation Assistant with Dementia Experience to plan and implement activities for residents with diverse needs. The role supports daily programs under supervision to enhance residents’ functional abilities and engagement.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience, tact, and enthusiasm, with proficiency in English and a compassionate approach to residents at different levels of ability.