Senior Activities Assistant - Engaging Recreation & Care

Marlborough Health & Rehabilitation Center; Marlborough (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Marlborough Health & Rehabilitation Center in Marlborough, CT is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan and implement a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities for our residents. Your creativity and enthusiasm will help create a positive, lively atmosphere where seniors feel cared for and respected.

You will collaborate with the Activities Director to develop a monthly activities calendar, provide one-on-one support, and document participation.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care or senior living preferred, training provided.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly.
• Compassionate and empathetic by nature.
• References available upon request.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing resident activities.
• Engage residents in arts, crafts, games, music and other activities.
• Collaborate with the Activities Director to build a monthly activities calendar.
• Provide one-on-one support for residents as needed.
• Document resident participation and outcomes.
• Foster community and social interaction among residents.

Skills

Empathy and compassion

Teamwork and collaboration

Communication skills

Reading and writing English

Experience in long-term care

Organizational skills

Job description

Marlborough Health & Rehabilitation Center in Marlborough, CT is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan and implement a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities for our residents. Your creativity and enthusiasm will help create a positive, lively atmosphere where seniors feel cared for and respected.

You will collaborate with the Activities Director to develop a monthly activities calendar, provide one-on-one support, and document participation.