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Benchmark Senior Living

Activity Assistant: FT

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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.

$34,640 / year median in New York

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Activity Assistant:
FT Benchmark Senior Living - 3.3 Yonkers, NY Job Details Full-time $19 - $20 an hour 17 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 Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Benchmark at Mt Pleasant is looking for a compassionate FT Programming/Activity Assistants to join our team! The Programming/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 Programming/Activity Assistant supports and assists the Activity Director in all necessary programming. Responsibilities Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, 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 resident's abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability Encourages and motivates residents to attend and participate in programming and activities Communicates any changes in the residents condition or behavior pattern to Harbor Care Director Stays with group at all times when on excursions Requirements 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 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.
We embrace and encourage our associates' differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.