Activity Assistant

Job Title: Activity AssistantLocation: Corcoran House Assisted Living Clinton, MA 01510Hours: Per Diem with Rotating WeekendsJob Summary:Leads assigned programs that are of interest and meaning to our residents in order to enhance their livesand exceed their active aging lifestyle expectations. Assists Activity Director in daily activities and duties.Hours: Per Diem, Rotating WeekendsDuties and Responsibilities:The following essential functions are the fundamental job duties of the position to be completed with orwithout appropriate reasonable accommodation.• Leads assigned Activity programs which include but are not limited to exercise classes, wordgames, crafts, Bingo, group activities, etc• Offers adequate and diversified recreational activities to residents with sufficient supervision foreach activity.• Assists in developing programs for residents including, if applicable, programs designed forresidents confined to their rooms.• Engages and motivates residents resulting in program participation.• Informs residents of upcoming activities and maintains a current schedule of events posted visuallyand handed out for residents to see.• Greets new residents making a special effort to include and engage them in activities and introducethem to others in the community with similar interests and backgrounds.• Assists in planning parties and activities as well as decorating the community according to theseason and/or holiday throughout the year as well as planning monthly birthday parties to honorresidents.• Reports any changes in Residents' condition immediately to the Activity Director• Covers reception desk, when needed• Assists Activity Director in enlisting the services of volunteers to aid the activities program.• Keeps attendance and record of residents participating in given activities• May perform other duties as assigned.• Assists Activity Director on Field Trips• Follows all procedures and protocolsMinimum Qualifications:High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three to six months relatedexperience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience acceptable.Able to write simple correspondence. Able to effectively present information in one-on-oneand small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.Experience with Microsoft applications: Word Document, PowerPoint and ExcelPhysical Demands and Requirements:• Physically able to move at least 50 lbs. without assistance.• Physically able to bend, reach, and work in small areas.• Physically able to push and pull equipment and furnishings.• Physically able to stand and to work on hands and knees for long periods of time.• Appearance is neat, clean, and according to dress code.To apply or refer a qualified applicant please send completed application and/or resume to MeighanMcCarthy at mmccarthy@HallKeen.com