Activity Assistant The Residence at Valley Farm
About The Position
LCB Senior Living is hiring a part-time Activity Assistant at The Residence at Valley Farm in Ashland, Massachusetts. The role has an as-needed schedule with no set hours and pays $19.00–$21.00 per hour, based on years of experience. The Activity Assistant supports the planning and delivery of residence activities, encourages residents to participate, and helps with transportation, volunteer programs, the residence store, and activity communications. The role includes driving residents in a van as needed and requires independent work and frequent physical activity. The employer describes the position as a rewarding opportunity to work with seniors on an amazing team. Tuition reimbursement may be possible. LCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides employment opportunities without regard to protected characteristics; reasonable accommodations may be available to perform essential job functions.
Requirements
- Ability to assist in developing and implementing activities.
- Ability to create interest in activities and motivate residents to participate daily.
- Creativity and motivational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform tasks and work independently.
- Computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, database managers, presentation software, and calendar/newsletter software.
- Valid driver's license in the state of work, with no more than two moving violations in a three-year period as determined by the insurance broker.
- Ability to lift at least 15 pounds and carry objects.
- Physical ability to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment; visual and auditory acuity; push and pull carts; walk, sit, and stand continuously; and turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below the waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous experience in recreational therapy or a related field preferred.
- Gerontology experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing residence activities.
- Develop suggestions and ideas to improve and expand the Activities Program.
- Maintain a professional, warm, and caring relationship with residents and families.
- Assist with 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 within the department budget.
- Assist residents to and from activities.
- Assist with the monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.
- Attend required ongoing in-service training sessions and orientation.
- Drive residents in a van as needed.
- Perform dual tasks and work independently.
Benefits
- Possible tuition reimbursement
- Rewarding role working with seniors
- Work with an amazing team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
