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Activities Assistant
part-time•Needham•$0k - $0k
About this role
Wingate Residences at Needham
Assisted Living
Must Work Weekends
Sat: 2 pm-7 pm & Sun:9am-5 pm
Pay Wage: $18-$21 Hourly
Benefits: 401K, Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Your Career. Your Calling. Our Commitment to Exceptional Care.
At Wingate Living, we're more than just senior living--we're builders of lifestyles, friendships, and communities you'll be proud to be part of. As a family-owned company with over 30 years of experience throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we offer a unique blend of healthcare and hospitality through a full continuum of premier services.
Join us, and bring your passion, expertise, and heart to a team that truly values you
The 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 Activity Assistant supports and assists all necessary programming.
- Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative daily program for residents
- Leads and implements one-on-ones, 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
- Communicates any changes in the residents' condition or behavior pattern to Life Enrichment Director
- Assist in the Planning, developing, organizing, and implementation of all residence activities.
- Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program.
- Maintains a professional, warm and caring relationship with residents and families.
- Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities.
- Assist with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.
- Attend required on-going in-service training sessions and orientation.
- Driving residents in van as needed.
- Perform dual tasks and work independently.
Job Requirements
- Must have a high school diploma, bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues preferred.
- Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
- Shows an ability to relate to and perform job functions for the elderly in a positive and efficient manner
- Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure
What you'll do
- The Activity Assistant organizes and implements programs to meet the individual needs of residents, fulfilling their psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs. They lead activities, support independent pursuits, and communicate changes in residents' conditions.
About Wingate Living
Wingate Living is a family owned and privately held company that was formed over 20 years ago to meet the challenges facing the senior long term care industry. Based in Needham, MA, Wingate is the Northeast’s premier provider of healthcare and hospitality for seniors and delivers exceptional independent and assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With select communities offering special programs in Memory and Dementia Care, Ventilator Care, Pulmonary Rehabilitation and more, Wingate is dedicated to providing the best in clinical care.
Wingate’s mission is to enhance the lives of its residents and their families by providing exceptional senior care with compassion, dignity and grace. As a family-owned business, we take great pride in our warm and welcoming communities and share principles of respect, loyalty and trust with our dedicated caregivers and everyone we serve. For more information, visit www.wingatehliving.com
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What does Wingate Living pay for a Activities Assistant?
Wingate Living offers a competitive compensation package for the Activities Assistant role. The salary range is USD 0k - 0k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Activities Assistant do at Wingate Living?
As a Activities Assistant at Wingate Living, you will: the Activity Assistant organizes and implements programs to meet the individual needs of residents, fulfilling their psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs. They lead activities, support independent pursuits, and communicate changes in residents' conditions..
Is the Activities Assistant position at Wingate Living remote?
The Activities Assistant position at Wingate Living is based in Needham, Massachusetts, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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