Senior Living Activity Assistant — Impactful Programs

Benchmark Senior Living; Milford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays

Meal program

Paid training

Uniforms

Referral bonus

Wellness programs

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living Milford, CT is seeking a compassionate full-time Programming/Activity Assistant to design and run engaging programs for residents seven days a week. You will collaborate with the Activity Director to tailor activities that meet emotional, cognitive, physical, and social needs.

You’ll lead individual and group activities, encourage participation, document resident responses, and ensure safety during excursions, while upholding confidentiality and a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of an engaging seven day a week activity program that is engaging.
• Lead 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 residents condition or behavior pattern to Harbor Care Director.
• Stays with group at all times when on excursions.

Skills

Recreational activities

Alzheimer's/dementias knowledge

Multi-tasking under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Benchmark Senior Living Milford, CT is seeking a compassionate full-time Programming/Activity Assistant to design and run engaging programs for residents seven days a week. You will collaborate with the Activity Director to tailor activities that meet emotional, cognitive, physical, and social needs.

You’ll lead individual and group activities, encourage participation, document resident responses, and ensure safety during excursions, while upholding confidentiality and a supportive atmosphere.