Find & Apply For Recreation / Activities Worker Jobs in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine

About Us:

A family-owned business since 1955, purchased in partnership by Eastern Maine Health Systems and First Atlantic Healthcare in 2013, Hibbard Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has offered quality care to the elderly in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine and surrounding area communities. We have become well known for that care and we continue that tradition with pride. Since 1972, we have been in our modern 93-bed facility on the Guilford Road in Dover-Foxcroft, and have been providing the utmost in quality care services since. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Hibbard Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in

Long Term Care Create Moments of Joy Connection:

Activities Assistant:

Are you a natural entertainer with a heart for seniors? We are seeking a creative, energetic, and compassionate Activities Assistant to join our life enrichment team. In this role, you won't just be "planning events"—you'll be creating moments of joy, maintaining the dignity of our residents, and ensuring that our facility feels like a vibrant, welcoming community.

Key Responsibilities Essential Functions:

Lead Implement:

Execute a dynamic daily schedule of activities including music, arts and crafts, exercise classes, games, and religious services.

One-on-One Engagement:

Provide meaningful bedside visits for residents who may be unable to attend group functions.

Innovation:

Contribute fresh ideas for monthly calendars that cater to diverse cognitive and physical abilities, including memory care.

Documentation Safety:

Maintain accurate records of resident participation and progress as required by state and federal regulations, and assist in the safe transport of residents to and from activity areas.

Schedule Physical Demands:

Schedule:

Engaging day-to-day shifts designed to keep our community active and connected.

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand for long periods and lift or move activity equipment (up to 25 pounds).

Work Location:

In-person community setting.

What We Are Looking For:

The "Vibe": A "people person" who is patient, upbeat, empathetic, and dedicated to working with the elderly and those with dementia.

Education Credentials:

High School Diploma or equivalent (CNA certification is a plus, but not required).

Driving Requirement:

Valid Maine Driver's License with a clean driving record.

Skills Reliability:

Strong computer skills, clear communication, and consistency—because our residents thrive on seeing familiar faces. (Prior experience in a nursing home, assisted living, or memory care setting is a major plus, but we are willing to train the right personality!)

Comprehensive Benefits Perks:

Health Wellness:

Full-time employees (30+ hours per week) have access to full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, plus employer-paid life insurance.

Financial Lifestyle Support:

Flexible savings accounts (including medical and dependent care), an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Paid Time Off (PTO) available to all employees.

Retirement Career Growth:

401(k) retirement savings program with employer contributions, plus tuition reimbursement and education support to grow your healthcare career! Step into a joyful, rewarding role where your energy and creativity brighten lives every single day. If you are a dedicated professional ready to inspire and connect, this is your chance to shine—apply today!