Activity Assistant

Benchmark Senior Living • Nashua, NH

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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 that meet residents’ individual psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The role 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 people 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.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrate a positive attitude, and work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing an engaging, innovative seven-day-a-week activity program.
• Lead and implement one-on-one, small-group, and large-group activities according to the programming schedule.
• Support, encourage, and direct residents’ independent activities, individually and in small groups.
• Support residents’ abilities by recognizing that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity.
• Learn about 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’ condition or behavior patterns to the Harbor Care Director.
• Remain with the group at all times during excursions.

Benefits

• Eight holidays and three floating holidays.
• Discounted meal program.
• Paid training and company-provided uniforms.
• Associate referral bonus program.
• Physical and mental health wellness programs.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Vacation and health and wellness paid time off. Eligibility may vary by employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED