Activities Assistant - Londonderry, United States - All American Assisted Living at Londonderry

All American Assisted Living at Londonderry

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Londonderry, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Title:

Activity Assistant Department:
Administration

Reports to:
Activity Director

Requirements:

FULL-TIME ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT

Position Overview:

Under the supervision of the Activity Director, the Activity Assistant performs duties involving the planning and implementation of programs which meet the needs of our senior residents.

Responsibilities:

The Activities Assistant is responsible for organizing and facilitating of resident-centered activity events. Leads a variety of daily activities for both individual and groups.

Activities include, but not limited to, arts and crafts, recreational games, sensory stimulation, cognitive activities, discussion groups, and musical entertainment events.

Activity Assistant reports to the Activity Director, adheres to organizational policies and procedures, and demonstrates a team approach and positive attitude.

Position Requirements:

Some experience working with Memory Care Residents preferred, but we will train

LNA / PCA experience helpful

Lead and organize daily activities as scheduled by the Activity Director

Keep our senior residents safe and entertained

Maintain a clean workspace

Demonstrate an upbeat, friendly attitude with good communication skills

Some weekend days and holidays required
- worked on a rotating basis

Occasionally, will be asked to drive a small bus or van to events
- clean driving record required

Knowledge Expectation:
OSHA regulations-MSDS Sheets and procedures. Fire and Safety procedures. Food handling regulations.

Operation of kitchen appliances (dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, ice machine) and office equipment (Fax machine, photocopier, telephone, computer).

Operation of word processing program necessary to produce newsletter.

Working Conditions:
Heated/Air conditioned, well-lit facility with mínimal barriers. Some weekend/evening work as assigned. Lifting, pushing or pulling up to 30 lbs., using proper body mechanics or available equipment. Bending or kneeling to perform cleaning tasks in the kitchen and dining room areas.