Activity Assistant The Residence at Valley Farm

LCB Senior Living•Ashland, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring part-time Activity Assistants at The Residence at Valley Farm in Ashland, MA. This role offers a rewarding experience working with seniors and the possibility of tuition reimbursement. The ideal candidate will assist in planning, developing, and implementing activities, maintain positive relationships with residents and families, and help manage various aspects of the residence's activity program.

Requirements

The ability to assist in the development and implementation of activities.
The ability to create interest in the activities and motivate residents to participate daily.
Creativity and motivational skills.
The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
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 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

Ability to drive LCB van is a plus.
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.