Activities Assistant - Part Time

Benchmark Senior Living•Lincoln, MA

13d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Commons in Lincoln is looking for a part-time Activity Assistant for its Skilled Nursing Rehab facility. The Activity Assistant organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of residents, aiming to fulfill their psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring environment. This role supports and assists in all necessary programming.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues.
Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals.
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 innovative daily program for residents
Leads and implements one-on-ones, 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 residents' abilities by understanding that all aspects of care
Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability