Activity Assistant job at Ivy at Watertown (MRC) Watertown, CT, US

Job Description

Looking for an enthusiastic and energetic activity assistant that loves to have fun with seniors to join our Ivy Family! The Activity Assistant will assist in the implementation of a social/recreational program for residents in our Traditional assisted living community. Activities include but are not limited to: spiritual, educational, intellectual, sensory motor, cognitive, social, and health/wellness. The Activity Assistant would also drive the van on various trips and excursions. Benefits

* PTO

Health and Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Paid Holidays/Floating Holiday
Pet Health Insurance Programs
Employee Assistance Plans
Retirement Account Assistance
Employee Appreciation Programs

Responsibilities: * Under the direction of the Activity Director, continuously assess resident participation and engagement in activities and reports findings to the Director * Engages, encourages, motivates, and escorts residents to planned activities * Implement programs that include spiritual, educational, intellectual, sensory motor, cognitive, social, health/wellness arts and crafts, music, exercise, games, and lectures * Provide assistance to residents needing additional support during specific activities in a respectful dignified manner * Provide 1:1 “well/social” visits to residents who prefer to stay in their apartment or prefer not to join large groups, but enjoy coming out to the common areas * Meet Registry of Motor Vehicle requirements as an approved driver Requirements: * Associates Degree Preferred or experience equivalent. * Must have 1 year experience (paid or volunteer) working with elders in home care, assisted living or skilled nursing facilities We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Part time, Local area,

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