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Engel Place

Activities Assistant

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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.

$33,087 / year median in Maine

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

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 community.: As an Activities Assistant you will:
Lead Implement:
Execute a 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 new ideas for monthly calendars that cater to diverse cognitive and physical abilities (including memory care).
Documentation:
Maintain accurate records of resident participation and progress as required by state and federal regulations.
Safety First:
Assist in the safe transport of residents to and from activity areas. What We're Looking For The "Vibe": A "people person" who is patient, upbeat, and empathetic toward the elderly and those with dementia.
Communication:
Ability to speak clearly and engage with residents, families, and staff professionally.
Reliability:
Long-term care requires consistency; our residents thrive on seeing familiar faces.
Experience:
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! Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. Ability to stand for long periods and lift/move activity equipment (up to 25 lbs). CNA certification is a plus but not required. Valid Maine Driver's License; with clean driving record Computer skills As you are working hard planning and leading Resident activities, you will have: Tuition reimbursement and education support: you can grow your career in health care 401(K) with employer contribution Full-time employees (30+ hours per week) have access to benefits; medical, dental, vision disability Paid Time Off available for all employees Employer paid life insurance Flexible savings account, including medical dependent care Employee assistance program