Are you tired of a mundane job that doesn't excite you? Do you want to make a difference in people's lives? Look no further! The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, just 15 minutes from Framingham and Sudbury, is looking for an Activities Assistant to join our thriving community. As an Activities Assistant, you will lead programs in art, theatre, science, history, and more! You will learn to run exercise classes, assist in creating programs, and make a difference in our amazing residents' lives. Our residents are looking for someone like you to bring joy and excitement to their days. Come to work feeling fulfilled and proud of what you do. Apply now to join our team and activate your career!
Part time available. Hours 9-5. Weekends and weekdays needed!
SUMMARY:
Assists the Resident Engagement Director in providing active and passive, group and individual resident
engagement, which enhance the emotional, physical, spiritual and social needs of residents and allows
residents to continue playing an active role in society.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS: (These qualifications meet or exceed NH, MA, CT and RI State specific requirements.)
a. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The ability to assist in the development and implementation of
activities required. The ability to create interest in the activities and motivate residents to participate
daily is required. Creativity and motivational skills necessary. The ability to communicate effectively
in English both orally and in writing is essential. Requires frequent bending, stretching, stooping and
lifting. Must be able to perform tasks and work independently.
b. Education: A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
c. Experience: Previous experience in the recreational therapy or related field preferred. Gerontology
experience preferred.
d. Certificates/Licenses: A valid driver’s license in the state of work is required with no more than two
moving violations in a three year period as determined by our insurance broker.
e. Computer Skills: Demonstrates computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including but not
limited to word processing, spreadsheet, database managers presentation software and
Calendar/Newsletter software.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
The essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those an associate
encounters while performing the basic functions of this position. While every effort has been made to
identify the essential functions of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties
you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from
the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.
1. Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors,
co-workers and the surrounding community.
2. As an associate you are expected to have an active role in growing community occupancy by
representing and interacting positively with potential residents, family members and professionals.
3. Assist in the Planning, developing, organizing, and implementation of all residence activities.
4. Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program.
5. Maintains a professional, warm and caring relationship with residents and families.
6. Establish and maintains good community relations and contacts with the community.
7. Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community
activities.
8. Assist with maintaining and expanding Volunteer Programs.
9. Assist residents with maintaining and operating the residence store.
10. Assist with maintaining adequate supplies per department budget.
11. Assist residents to and from activities.
12. Assist with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.
13. Attend required on-going in-service training sessions and orientation.
14. Responds to resident’s needs.
15. Driving residents in van as needed.
16. Perform dual tasks and work independently.
17. Perform all duties and responsibilities with a positive attitude.
18. Other duties as requested.
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JOB APPLICATION LINK:
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We can't wait to have you as part of the team!