Activity Assistant

Benchmark Senior Living•Nashua, NH

9d•$17 - $18

About The Position

Nashua Crossings is seeking a compassionate, part-time Activity Assistant to work every other weekend. The Activity Assistant organizes and implements programs tailored to residents’ individual needs. These programs address residents’ psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The role also supports and assists the Activity Director with programming.

Requirements

High school diploma, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues.
Experience and training sufficient to develop programs appropriate for elders and individuals with disabilities.
Training and knowledge in recreational activities.
Training and knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community.
Consistently coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrate a positive attitude, and work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing an engaging activity program offered seven days a week.
Lead and implement one-on-one, small-group, and large-group activities according to the programming schedule.
Support, encourage, and direct independent activities for individuals and small groups.
Support residents’ abilities by recognizing that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity.
Develop knowledge of residents’ backgrounds, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity, and attention spans.
Encourage and motivate residents to attend and participate in programs and activities.
Communicate changes in residents’ conditions or behavior patterns to the Harbor Care Director.
Remain with the group at all times during excursions.