Recreation & Programming Assistant

4 weeks ago


Trumbull, United States Benchmark Senior Living Full time

Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark.

We at Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull are looking for a compassionate Memory Care Activity Assistants to join our team The Memory Care 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 Memory Care Activity Assistant supports and assists the Activity Director in all necessary programming.

Relevant work experience may include: Therapeutic Recreation, Art & Music therapy, Activities & Programming or Recreational Therapy.

Employment Status: Part-Time

Schedule: Friday & Saturday

Memory Care Activity Assistant Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging
  • Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, 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
  • Encourages and motivates residents to attend and participate in programming and activities
  • Communicates any changes in the residents condition or behavior pattern to Harbor Care Director
  • Stays with group at all times when on excursions

Benefits:

We believe in offering our employees meaningful benefits. Below is a sampling of the benefits we offer our associates. To find out more, please apply today

  • Spring Health & aHealthyMe Wellness Programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Working Advantage Discounts: including Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, Hotels, Sporting Events & Online Shopping
  • Cell phone discounts with AT&T and Verizon
  • Up to 10 Holidays
  • and more



Memory Care Activity Assistant Requirements:

  • Must have a high school diploma, bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues. Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals
  • Possesses training and knowledge in recreational activities
  • Possesses training and knowledge of Alzheimer's and related dementias
  • Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
  • Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure


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