Activities Assistant - Skilled Nursing

Benchmark Senior Living•Lincoln, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Assistant organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of our residents. The resident program is intended to fulfill basic psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The Activities Assistant supports and assists in all necessary activities, and reports to the Programming Director.

Requirements

Must have a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues.
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
Excellent verbal and communication skills
Proficient in computer skills and email application
Outstanding customer service skills

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 activities schedule
Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
Supports the resident’s abilities by understanding all aspects of care
Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability
Reliable, dependable and prompt
Interview residents and input information into our electronic medical records