Activity Assistant

Webster at Rye•Rye, NH

25d

About The Position

Webster at Rye is seeking a reliable, motivated, and flexible Activities Assistant to join its Activities team. The role requires adaptability, strong communication, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively. The scheduled shift is 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with flexible days off. The Activities Assistant develops and leads activities suited to residents’ physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities; supports residents in attending activities; and contributes to an engaging, accessible activity program. The position also involves coordinating with the Life Enrichment team and supervisor, maintaining activity spaces and supplies, documenting relevant information, and supporting volunteers. Silverstone Living is a nonprofit organization supporting Hunt Community, The Huntington at Nashua, At Home by Hunt, and Webster at Rye. It is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Ability to lead, assist with, and adapt activities based on residents’ needs and abilities.
Patience, tolerance, and adaptability.
Skill in leading an organized group activity.
Ability to adjust an activity to accommodate the group.
Flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
Warm, friendly, and engaging demeanor when interacting with residents and staff.
Ability to engage and motivate residents with varying abilities.
Ability to operate technology needed for activities, including a TV/DVD player, computer, and microphones.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and complete delegated tasks.
Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures outlined in the handbook.
Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead activity groups appropriate to residents’ physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities, and communicate how successful activities are.
Independently plan and lead an activity that enhances the monthly calendar and provides residents with a diverse, engaging program.
Interview new residents within their first two weeks of moving into Kent Village.
Keep the work area, including the desk and Activity Room, neat and orderly.
Meet monthly with the Life Enrichment Director to discuss the activity calendar.
Lead activities according to the daily activity handout and set up and put away the materials and equipment required.
Maintain and store supplies, and submit the monthly supply list to the director on the second Friday of each month.
Assist with transporting residents who need help getting to activities.
Review daily and upcoming scheduled events with the direct supervisor.
Report to the direct supervisor changes that could indicate distress or cognitive change.
Document in the communication log, attend resident care plan meetings as directed, and complete follow-up care plan documentation.
Assist the Life Enrichment team in evaluating and improving the activity program to better meet residents’ needs.
Provide orientation and ongoing guidance to volunteers.
Engage visually impaired residents and help ensure scheduled activities are accessible to them.
Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of the immediate work environment.
Attend and comply with mandatory in-service training.
Attend monthly Life Enrichment staff meetings.
Perform other tasks as requested.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling
Supportive, team-focused environment
Great employee-to-resident ratios
Weekend differential
Competitive pay
Referral bonus
Employee events
Employee recognition
Employee Assistance Program
Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked on six major holidays
Health benefits available to employees working at least 30 hours per week
Medical, dental, vision, life, supplemental life, and short-term disability insurance
Retirement savings plan with company match
Generous earned time program