Activity Assistant The Residence at Glastonbury
LCB Senior Living•Glastonbury, CT
•$18 - $21•Onsite
About The Position
The Residence at Glastonbury is hiring Activity Assistants. This is a part-time position with an hourly salary range of $18.00 - $21.00, based on experience. The role offers the opportunity to work in both Assisted Living and Memory Care neighborhoods. LCB Senior Living is committed to providing a rewarding role working with seniors.
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 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.
- 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.
- Driving residents in van as needed.
- Perform dual tasks and work independently.
Benefits
- Possibility for tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
