Activity Assistant Memory Care with The Residence at Ferry Park

LCB Senior Living • Rocky Hill, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Activity Assistant Memory Care at The Residence at Ferry Park is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, organization, and implementation of all residence activities. This role involves creating interest and motivating residents to participate daily, maintaining a professional and caring relationship with residents and families, and assisting with various program-related tasks. The position requires the ability to work independently and perform dual tasks, along with driving residents as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to assist in the development and implementation of activities.
• Ability to create interest in activities and motivate residents to participate daily.
• Creativity and motivational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
• 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 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 our insurance broker.
• Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment.
• Visual and auditory acuity.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs., and be able to carry objects.
• Must be able to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand.
• Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.

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.
• Maintain 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.
• Drive residents in van as needed.
• Perform dual tasks and work independently.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED