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Benchmark Senior Living
Activities Assistant - Part Time
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What they do
A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
$34,598 / year median in Massachusetts
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Activities Assistant - Part Time Benchmark Senior Living - 3.3 Lincoln, MA Job Details Part-time $17.50 - $21.00 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Referral program Qualifications Recreation therapy Program design Experience working with individuals with disabilities Patients with cognitive disabilities Maintaining patient confidentiality Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Working with seniors Disability services experience Full Job Description Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Activity Assistant, Skilled Nursing Rehab
IS CREATIVITY YOUR PASSION?
The Commons in Lincoln is looking for a part time Activity Assistant for our Skilled Nursing Rehab facility. The Activity Assistant organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of our residents. The program is intended to fulfill basic psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The Activity Assistant supports and assists in all necessary programming. Join The Commons in Lincoln, a premier CCRC campus within Benchmark proud to be named one of the Boston Globe's Top Places to Work for over a decade.PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative daily program for residents Leads and implements one-on-ones, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups Supports the residents' abilities by understanding that all aspects of care Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capabilityEDUCATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Must have a high school diploma, bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues. Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals. Possesses training and knowledge in recreational activities Possesses training and knowledge of Alzheimer's and related dementias Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure Think senior living sounds boring? Think again. At Benchmark, we impact lives through human connection. We are thought leaders creating quality experiences and inspiring personal growth for all who engage with us. We just happen to imagine, build and manage beautiful, private-pay communities geared toward older adults. Are you Called to Care about your work, other people and making a difference? Do you believe that people and teams are Better Together than going it alone? Are you always striving to Be the Benchmark by which all others are measured? Then our core values match. Connect with us! As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match- Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off
- Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.