Programming Assistant (Activities)

Senior Living Residences

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Brockton, Massachusetts

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Programming Assistant will coordinate and implement daily activities for senior residents, including fitness, entertainment, and social outings. They will also foster meaningful relationships with residents and families while managing community communications like newsletters and social media.

Qualifications

This role is ideal for outgoing individuals who enjoy creating positive experiences, with a preference for those who have facilitated programs, coached teams, or volunteered as camp counselors. Key responsibilities include forming relationships with residents, assisting with daily programming, coordinating entertainment, and supporting social media updates. While experience with elderly or Alzheimer's populations is preferred, strong communication, reliability, and punctuality are essential.

Job Description

     Programming Assistant (Activities Assistant) Brockton, Massachusetts   ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY: Have you ever facilitated a program, coached a team, or volunteered as a camp counselor? This role is the perfect role for someone who is outgoing and looking to create a positive experience. Students are welcomed to apply!   Heights Crossing’s caring and compassionate programming team members provide dynamic opportunities and meaningful engagement our senior residents. Our associates appreciate 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! Heights Crossing is located at 35 Christy's Place, Brockton, MA. Learn more about Heights Crossing here.   AVAILABLE SHIFTS: Full Time: Tuesday-Saturday OR Sunday-Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM   PAY & BENEFITS: Rates start at $17 - $18 per hour based on work experience  

Our standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health plans offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, and complimentary life insurance.  We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care costs. 
  • Bonus program for referring associates and or residents
  • A retirement savings plan with a company match
  • Retail discounts include cell phone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
  • DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
  • Nationwide tuition rewards program.
  • 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 WILL YOU BE DOING?
  • 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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