Activity Assistant The Residence at Quarry Hill

LCB Senior Living•South Burlington, VT

3d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring a full-time Activity Assistant at The Residence at Quarry Hill in South Burlington, Vermont. The wage range is $19.00–$22.00 per hour, based on years of experience. The Activity Assistant supports the planning and delivery of residence activities, encourages residents to participate, and helps maintain a welcoming and engaging program. The role also includes assisting residents with transportation and activities, supporting volunteer and residence-store programs, and preparing activity communications.

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.
Effective oral and written communication in English.
Ability to work independently and perform tasks and 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 lift at least 15 pounds and carry objects.
Ability to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit, and stand.
Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment; visual and auditory acuity.
Ability to bend, stretch, stoop, lift, turn, crouch, kneel, reach below the waist, and reach above shoulder height.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Previous experience in recreational therapy or a related field.
Gerontology experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing residence activities.
Suggest ways to improve and expand the Activities Program.
Maintain professional, warm, and caring relationships with residents and families.
Help arrange transportation and escorts for residents to outside and community activities.
Assist with maintaining and expanding Volunteer Programs.
Help residents maintain and operate 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.