Activities Assistant/Driver

Wingate Living • Kingston, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Assistant/Driver organizes and implements programs designed to meet residents’ individual needs and support their psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being and self-esteem in a caring environment. The role supports the residence’s activity programming, encourages residents’ abilities and independent pursuits, and maintains warm, professional relationships with residents and families. The position also assists with transportation and resident outings, including driving residents in a van or bus as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma, bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community.
• Ability to relate to and perform job functions for elderly people in a positive and efficient manner.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrate a positive attitude, and work well under pressure.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of aging and disability issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing an innovative daily program for residents.
• Lead and implement individual, small-group, and large-group activities according to the programming schedule.
• Support, encourage, and direct independent activity pursuits, individually and in small groups.
• Recognize that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity and support residents’ abilities accordingly.
• Demonstrate knowledge of residents’ backgrounds, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity, and attention spans.
• Communicate changes in residents’ condition or behavior patterns to the Life Enrichment Director.
• Assist with planning, developing, organizing, and implementing residence activities.
• Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program.
• Maintain professional, warm, and caring relationships with residents and families.
• Assist in arranging transportation and escorting residents to and from outside and community activities.
• Assist with the monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.
• Attend required ongoing in-service training sessions and orientation.
• Drive residents in a van or bus as needed.
• Perform dual tasks and work independently.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED