Part-Time Activities Assistant

The Terraces Orleans•Orleans, MA

20d•$18 - $25

About The Position

The Part-Time Activities Assistant helps plan, organize, implement, and evaluate recreational, social, educational, spiritual, and therapeutic activities that address residents’ physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs. The role supports a positive and engaging environment that promotes residents’ independence, dignity, and quality of life while following facility policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The assistant works under the direction of the Activities Director and collaborates with residents, families, volunteers, and staff. Duties include leading and supporting activities, helping residents participate safely, providing one-on-one engagement when needed, documenting participation and responses, and assisting with activity spaces, supplies, and special events.

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic personality.
Ability to motivate and engage residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
Creativity in planning and facilitating meaningful activities.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to push wheelchairs and assist residents safely during activities.
Ability to assist with room setup and moving activity supplies.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience working with older adults, especially in skilled nursing, assisted living, or memory care, preferred.
CPR certification preferred, or willingness to obtain.
Valid driver’s license preferred if assisting with community outings.

Responsibilities

Assist with implementing the monthly activities calendar.
Encourage residents to participate in group and individual activities.
Assist residents to and from activity programs as needed.
Lead activities under the direction of the Activities Director.
Set up, decorate, and clean activity areas before and after programs.
Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, family events, and community outings.
Visit residents unable to attend group activities and provide one-on-one engagement.
Document resident participation and responses according to facility policy.
Assist with maintaining activity supplies and equipment.
Help decorate the facility for seasonal events and holidays.
Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and staff.
Assist with safely transporting residents during activities.
Encourage resident independence while providing assistance as needed.
Report changes in residents’ physical, emotional, or cognitive status to nursing staff.
Follow infection control, safety, confidentiality, and HIPAA guidelines.
Participate in department meetings and required in-service education.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Activities Director.