Activities Assistant The Residence at Bedford
About The Position
LCB Senior Living is hiring a full-time Activities Assistant at The Residence at Bedford in Bedford, Massachusetts. The role supports the planning, development, organization, and implementation of residence activities, helping create engaging opportunities for residents and encouraging participation. The Activities Assistant maintains warm, professional relationships with residents and families and may assist residents with transportation, the residence store, and getting to and from activities. The position also supports volunteer programs, department supplies, newsletters, and activity calendars. Driving residents in a van may be required as needed. The role requires creativity, motivation, effective English communication, computer literacy, and the ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks. Physical activities include frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving objects. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, as is experience in recreational therapy or a related field and experience in gerontology. A valid driver’s license in the state of work is required, with no more than two moving violations in a three-year period as determined by the company’s insurance broker.
Requirements
- Ability to assist in developing and implementing activities.
- Ability to create interest in activities and motivate residents to participate daily.
- Creativity and motivational skills.
- Effective English communication skills, both orally and in writing.
- Computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, database managers, presentation software, and calendar/newsletter software.
- Valid driver’s license in the state of work, with no more than two moving violations in a three-year period as determined by the company’s insurance broker.
- Ability to perform the stated physical tasks, including frequent bending, stretching, stooping, and lifting; lifting and carrying at least 15 pounds; pushing and pulling carts; continuous walking, sitting, and standing; and turning, crouching, kneeling, and reaching.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous experience in recreational therapy or a related field.
- Gerontology experience.
Responsibilities
- 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 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 within the department budget.
- Assist residents to and from activities.
- Assist with the monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.
- Attend required ongoing in-service training sessions and orientation.
- Drive residents in a van as needed.
- Perform dual tasks and work independently.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
- Possible tuition reimbursement
- Work with an amazing team
- Rewarding role working with seniors
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
