Full Time Assistant Programmer Sun-Thurs

Benchmark Senior Living•Worcester, MA

10d

About The Position

The Programming/Activity Assistant organizes and implements programs designed to meet residents’ individual needs. Programming is intended to fulfill basic psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The assistant supports the Activity Director in necessary programming. The role follows a consistent Sunday-through-Thursday schedule from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with reliable attendance required to support residents, families, and the team.

Requirements

High school diploma, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues.
Experience and training qualifying the candidate to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals.
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.
Dependability, organization, commitment to excellent service, and reliable attendance during the scheduled hours.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing an innovative seven-day-a-week activity program that is engaging.
Lead and implement one-on-one, small-group, and large-group activities according to the programming schedule.
Support, encourage, and direct independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups.
Support residents’ abilities by recognizing that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity.
Demonstrate knowledge of residents’ backgrounds, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity, and attention span.
Encourage and motivate residents to attend and participate in programming and activities.
Communicate changes in residents’ condition or behavior patterns to the Harbor Care Director.
Stay with the group at all times during excursions.