Memory Care Activity Assistant
Benchmark Senior Living
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Milford, CT
Contract type: Part time
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Carriage Green at Milford is looking for a compassionate Memory Care Activity Assistant 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.
Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week. Weekends required.
Responsibilities
Memory Care Activity Assistant Duties & Responsibilities:
Memory Care Activity Assistant Requirements:
As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:
Carriage Green at Milford is looking for a compassionate Memory Care Activity Assistant 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.
Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week. Weekends required.
Responsibilities
Memory Care Activity Assistant Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
- Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging
- 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
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
As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:
- 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
- Discounted Meal Program
- Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
- Associate Referral Bonus Program
- Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
- 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
- Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
- Tuition Reimbursement Program*
- Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
- Eligibility may vary by employment status
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