Activity Assistant The Residence at Penniman Hill
About The Position
LCB Senior Living is hiring a part-time Activity Assistant at The Residence at Penniman Hill in Hingham, Massachusetts. The role supports the planning, development, organization, and delivery of residence activities and helps residents participate in activities and community outings. The position is scheduled for Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, for 28 hours per week. The wage range is $20.00–$22.00 per hour, based on years of experience. The Activity Assistant works with residents and families in a professional, warm, and caring manner; supports the volunteer program, residence store, and activity supplies; helps prepare newsletters and calendars; and drives residents in a van as needed. The position requires independent work, effective communication, computer literacy, and the ability to perform the physical tasks described in the posting.
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, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform tasks and work independently and handle dual tasks.
- 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 perform frequent bending, stretching, stooping, and lifting.
- Ability to lift and carry at least 15 pounds, push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit, and stand.
- Ability to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below the waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.
- Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment, and visual and auditory acuity.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous experience in recreational therapy or a related field.
- Gerontology experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning, developing, organizing, and implementing 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 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.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
- Possibility for tuition reimbursement
- Work with an amazing team
- Rewarding role working with seniors
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
