Senior Living Activities Coordinator

North Hill Needham Inc.; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Free parking

Free on-site fitness center

State-of-the-art work environment

Employee referral program

Health & Dental Benefits

401(k) with company match

Career Development Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

North Hill Needham Inc. in Needham, MA, a not-for-profit senior living community, is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan, implement and evaluate programs for Residents.

The role supports one-on-one and small group activities, collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, assists with meals, documents participation, and helps coordinate events and calendars in a respectful, engaging environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Comfortable with computer software programs.
• Maintains First Aid, CPR, and other certifications and trainings.
• Experience and/or formal training in planning, developing, and facilitating recreational or engagement programs for the senior population is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, implements and evaluates programs to enhance the Resident experience across campus
• Provides meaningful individual and group engagements within the small house model
• Creates weekly Residents notes regarding participation, behavior, programming recommendations and highlights per household
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team daily to ensure Residents needs are met
• Completes written or electronic documentation in a timely manner
• Participates in household meal services, including preparation, cooking and serving meals
• Monitors changes in the Resident’s needs, abilities, and preferences to provide programs and activities appropriate for individual and group audiences
• Assists with facilitating volunteer opportunities for Team Members and Residents
• Works closely with family members and outside organizations or individuals to provide care to Residents
• Coordinates supplies and space as needed for planned events
• Assists in developing, producing, and distributing the weekly and daily program calendar
• Performs administrative requirements, such as ordering supplies, proofing publications, and completing necessary forms as needed
• Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
• Engages Residents in one-on-one interactions
• Facilitates group activities according to the programming schedule
• Facilitates virtual visits for Residents
• Provides caring, thoughtful and engaging service at all times
• Communicates any challenges, complaints or service difficulties to immediate supervisor
• Meets department uniform, appearance, and grooming requirements
• Complies with all OSHA safety regulations, applicable local laws regarding health, safety, or environment

Skills

Confidentiality

Customer support

HIPAA compliance

Independent work

Communication

Diversity awareness

English proficiency

Tech literacy

Education

High School Diploma

First Aid/CPR Certification

Tools

FaceTime

Zoom

Rendever

Eversound

Skype

Audio systems

Job description

North Hill Needham Inc. in Needham, MA, a not-for-profit senior living community, is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan, implement and evaluate programs for Residents.

The role supports one-on-one and small group activities, collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, assists with meals, documents participation, and helps coordinate events and calendars in a respectful, engaging environment.