Activities Assistant The Residence at Great Woods

LCB Senior Living • Norton, MA

5d • $18 - $20

About The Position

If you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one! LCB Senior Living is hiring an Activities Assistant at The Residence at Great Woods. Apply today for immediate consideration! Per Diem Wage band: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour based on years of experience!

Requirements

• The ability to assist in the development and implementation of activities required.
• The ability to create interest in the activities and motivate residents to participate daily is required.
• Creativity and motivational skills necessary.
• The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is essential.
• Requires frequent bending, stretching, stooping and lifting.
• Must be able to perform tasks and work independently.
• Demonstrates computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet, database managers presentation software and Calendar/Newsletter software
• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• A valid drivers license in the state of work is required with no more than two moving violations in a three year period as determined by our insurance broker.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the recreational therapy or related field preferred.
• Gerontology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the Planning, developing, organizing, and implementation of all residence activities.
• Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program.
• Maintains a professional, warm and caring relationship with residents and families.
• Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities.
• Assist with maintaining and expanding Volunteer Programs.
• Assist residents with maintaining and operating the residence store.
• Assist with maintaining adequate supplies per department budget.
• Assist residents to and from activities.
• Assist with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.
• Attend required on-going in-service training sessions and orientation.
• Driving residents in van as needed.
• Perform dual tasks and work independently.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees