Weekend Memory Care Activities Assistant

KanEquip, Inc.; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Weekend Memory Care Activities Assistant to enrich the lives of residents through engaging and creative programming. This part-time role focuses on fostering social interaction and well-being among elderly residents, ensuring they thrive in a supportive community environment. You will be responsible for coordinating activities, maintaining positive relationships, and encouraging participation, all while enhancing the quality of life for those you serve. If you are compassionate, creative, and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in senior living or related fields, with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to implement engaging programs and work with elderly residents compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate activities that promote resident engagement and well-being.
• Maintain positive relationships with residents and assist in community events.
• Support life enrichment director in coordinating programs and activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Creative Programming

Patience and Compassion

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computer Literacy

Job description

Join to apply for the Weekend Memory Care Activities Assistant role at KanEquip, Inc.

This range is provided by KanEquip, Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $21.00/hr

This position offers engaging activities and programs that encourage our residents to explore their interests and expand their horizons. Residents participate at their own pace and shine through dynamic activity involvement. The position holder keeps activities fresh and innovative, understanding that our communities thrive from the diversity and creativity of our residents. Our goal is to build programming that enhances our residents’ quality of life and is enjoyable and beneficial to their well-being.

Shift

• Part Time
• Weekends

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive working relationship with all residents, resident family members, and associates.
• Maintain a high degree of resident, family and guest satisfaction and retention through consistent delivery of high-quality services.
• Effectively and appropriately communicate with each co-worker and community leader.
• Maintain a positive image with the community.
• Maintain an atmosphere of stability.
• Assist life enrichment director with coordinating and facilitating activities and events for residents, both inside and outside the community, designed to promote resident’s creativity, physical and mental well-being, socialization, and fun!
• Encourage resident socialization and participation in activities and events to minimize resident solidarity and promote a positive community environment.
• Maintain inventory checklist of all supplies and materials required to enhance life enrichment program.
• Assign tasks to volunteers and encourage their participation in community events and activities programs.
• Provide administrative duties to support the life enrichment team as assigned by the life enrichment director.
• Help welcome new residents upon move-in (balloons and framed announcement, shadow box/shelves decorated, etc.)
• Work alongside care staff to transport residents to activities and events.
• Drive community vehicle.
• Continue to develop job related knowledge, skills and abilities by participating in continuing educational opportunities for personal growth and development.
• Complete and adhere to all other tasks and responsibilities set by the direct supervisor.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Level of Education

High School Diploma

Level of Experience

At least 1 year of progressively responsible work experience in the senior living industry or related field.

General Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to read and write, follow written and oral instructions, and communicate effectively in English. Ability to work with the elderly in a courteous and friendly manner, demonstrating patience and compassion, flexibility, and adaptability. Ability to always perform duties with consideration for residents’ rights and demonstrate integrity and discretion in the care of residents and in handling their health information. Leadership, motivational, and public speaking skills. Creative, organized, and motivated.

Technical Skills

Ability to develop and implement enthusiastic programming to foster the Lloyd Jones Senior Living Mission of “Providing quality housing that makes lives better”. Ability to evaluate the fitness status of individuals, set up individualized fitness programs that are safe and effective, and operate and facilitate use of fitness equipment if needed. Experience working with exercise and health programs for the apparently healthy and special needs populations. Knowledge of practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to senior living care. Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, interpret, and manage programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and resources necessary to provide quality care. Computer literacy/experience required.

Lloyd Jones LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Administrative
• Industries
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