Activity Assistant The Residence at Summer Street

LCB Senior Living • Stamford, CT

2d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

If you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one! LCB Senior Living is hiring a Part-time Activity Assistant at The Residence at Summer Street. Apply today for immediate consideration! PART-TIME: UP TO 3 SHIFTS/WEEK, 9:30a - 5p Wage band: $17.50 - $19.50 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.

Benefits

• Health
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Possibility for tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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