Activities Assistant

Wingate Living

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Kingston, Massachusetts

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Activities Assistant organizes and implements daily programs to meet the psychological, physical, and social needs of residents. This includes leading group activities, maintaining resident relationships, and assisting with administrative tasks like newsletters.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent experience and a knowledge of aging and disability issues. You are able to relate to and perform job functions for the elderly in a positive and efficient manner, while coordinating multiple tasks and maintaining a positive attitude.

Must Have Skills for ATS

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Wingate Residences at Silver Lake

Assisted Living

Schedule: Part-Time &  Full-Time, includes Weekends

Pay Rate: $18.50 per hour

Benefits: 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off

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.

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

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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