Programming Assistant (Activities)

Senior Living Residences

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

East Providence, Rhode Island

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Programming Assistant helps the Program Director create, schedule, and implement daily engagement activities for senior residents. Responsibilities include coordinating entertainment, managing outings, and maintaining communication with residents and their families.

Qualifications

We're looking for someone with experience coaching, facilitating programs, or leading groups, especially with elderly or Alzheimer's populations. Key skills include creativity, compassion, organization, and effective communication. This role involves assisting the Program Director in creating and implementing activities for residents.

Job Description

  Programming Assistant (Activities) East Providence, Rhode Island   Have you ever coached a team, facilitated a program, or worked as a group leader? This may be the role for you! Cornerstone at Hampton is seeking a patient, innovative programmer who is creative, friendly, compassionate and organized to assist the Program Director in creating, scheduling and implementing programs for our residents.   Anchor Bay - East Providence's caring and compassionate programming team members provide dynamic opportunities and meaningful engagement our senior residents. Our team appreciates our safe, home-like, and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Anchor Bay - East Providence is located at 1440 Wampanoag Trl, East Providence, RI 02915.  
AVAILABLE SHIFTS: Full Time   PAY & BENEFITS:

Rates start at $16 per hour

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

  • DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
  • Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
  • Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses. 
  • Nationwide tuition rewards program.
  • Reduced meal cost during scheduled shifts.
  • Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
  • Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking
  WHAT OUR PROGRAMMING ASSISTANTS DO:
  • Form meaningful relationships with residents and families;
  • Help implement and coordinate the balanced daily programming schedule for 7 days per week;
  • Support with coordination of entertainment including guest lecturers, musicians, and fitness instructors;
  • Participate in scheduled outings, ensuring safety of residents on transportation and off-site
  • Support with developing monthly newsletter, taking photos, and updating social media
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Experience: Experience working with elderly and/or Alzheimer's populations, preferred
  • Physical requirements: Standing, sitting, bending, and transferring residents (with and without assistance)
  • Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
  • Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.
Not ready to apply just yet but have questions? Email us at jobs@slr-usa.com.   --  

Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


Senior Living Residences

Guided by our “Right Values” mission, Senior Living Residences is a trusted leader among residents and their families, healthcare professionals, employees, not-for-profit clients and investor partners. Since 1990 Senior Living Residences (SLR) has been at the forefront of innovation in senior living, known as a trailblazer from its earliest days when SLR’s Founders were instrumental in establishing the assisted living industry in Massachusetts. Beginning with a single community in 1994, SLR is an owner/manager of 20 properties in New England featuring independent living, assisted living and SLR’s proprietary Compass Memory Support Neighborhood®. SLR’s team of 1200+ associates deliver compassionate professional care to thousands of seniors daily. Senior Living Residences offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits. We support our associates'​ ongoing growth and provide regular training and opportunities for professional development. We are proud of our high retention rates and equally high levels of customer satisfaction. Our associates fulfill our Right Values mission every day - providing seniors who reside at our communities with service-enriched care of the highest quality, while promoting maximum resident dignity, choice and independence. Senior Living Residences is certified as a 2023 Great Place to Work and is proud to have ranked #1 on The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work in Massachusetts! To be recognized at the very top of this list of Massachusetts Employers is an extraordinary honor, made so much more special because this achievement was based on direct input from our associates. We're also honored to be recognized as #31 in the nation by USA Today's Top Workplaces. For more information, contact SLR at 617-268-9140 or online at www.SeniorLivingResidences.com.
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