What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Assistant - Part-Time 1st Shift position at East Village Place?
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East Village Place - East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Do you have high energy, passion for your work and a desire to enhance the lives of seniors? We are looking for a creative, fun loving person to join our team!
You will be joining a dedicated community life professionals.
Self starter, independent and problem solving skills are a must! Program development encouraged, we are open to your great ideas!
A degree in Therapeutic recreation or related field is NOT required for this position.
Part Time position with 15 hours a week, hours of 9:00 am to 5:00 pm every other weekend and a week day.
NOT REQUIRED TO WORK MAJOR HOLIDAYS
- Plan, organize and develop the overall operation of the Activity Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and our established policies and procedures, as directed by the Executive Director and/or the Activities Director.
- Ensure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.
- As a Watermark Community Life Assistant, Activities Assistant you are entrusted to provide innovative, responsible healthcare with the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes to achieve superior results.
Job Requirements:
- 2 years experience in preparing and implementing activities preferred
- Able to work weekends and holidays
- Degree in therapeutic recreation or related field a plus
2-4 years’ experience in resident programming preferred - Excellent communication skills
- Computer literate
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