The Activity Assistant organizes and implements engaging programs to meet the psychological, physical, and social needs of memory care residents. They also support the Activity Director in daily programming and monitor resident behavior and condition changes.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or bachelor's degree with relevant experience in aging and disability issues. Training and knowledge in recreational activities and Alzheimer's or related dementias are required.
Putnam Farm in Danvers is looking for a compassionate Memory Care Activity Assistant to join our team!
Full Time $17.50-$18.75 The Memory Care 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 Memory Care Activity Assistant supports and assists the Activity Director in all necessary programming.
Memory Care Activity Assistant
Duties & Responsibilities
Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging
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 resident's condition or behavior pattern to Harbor Care Director
Stays with group at all times when on excursions Memory Care Activity Assistant 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
Benefits
Vacation
Paid training
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Company-provided uniforms
401k retirement plan with company match
Tuition reimbursement program
Discounted meal program
Associate referral bonus program
8 Holidays
Physical & mental health wellness programs
3 Floating holidays
Health & wellness paid time off
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.
