What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Assistant - Per Diem (Weekend) position at PIPER SHORES?
Do you like to add to a fun culture? Then the Recreation Department is for you! Come join a position where you can make a change and make a meaningful impact on the lives of others. Piper Shores is Maine’s premier non-profit continuing care retirement community. We are located on the picturesque shores of Casco Bay in Scarborough, and our team of 200 works to ensure that residents enjoy the retirement of a lifetime.
A friendly and professional demeanor, along with a highly organized approach to managing workflow and time are must-haves for this position. Recreational Assistants are responsible for reviewing resident activity needs and planning total recreation program based on individual needs and resident interest.
Come join our team and add to the fun! We look forward to hearing from you!
This is a per-diem, 16-hour position (Every other Saturday & Sunday).
Essential Job Duties
- Escorts residents to/from scheduled activities.
- Assists in coordinating, documenting, and providing recreation activities, current events, discussion groups, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, religious services, special entertainment, outing trips, special events, and one-on-one visits as needed.
- Accompanies residents on trips as assigned.
- Communicates with other Piper shores staff regarding resident concerns, problems, or incidents immediately.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working in a long-term care facility activities program preferred.
- Ability to work well with others in setting up events and coordinating activities with other departments. Solid communication skills.
- Strong desire and ability to work with the senior population.
Piper Shores is dedicated to a policy of compliance with all federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment.
Consistent with the Maine Human Rights Act and the American with Disabilities Act, applicants may request a reasonable accommodation if needed to participate in the application process.
All employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, Influenza, and required Public Health vaccines such as MMR/TB/etc. COVID boosters are not required. A two-step TB test is required upon hire.
