Memory Care Activities Assistant The Residence at Brookside

Job Details Job Location: The Residence at Brookside - Avon, CT 06001 Position Type: Per Diem Salary Range: $18.50 - $21.50 Hourly LCB Senior Living is hiring Memory Care Engagement Assistants at The Residence at Brookside. Apply today for immediate consideration. What We Offer Work with an Amazing Team! Possibility for tuition reimbursement Rewarding role working with seniors Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the planning, development, organization, and implementation of all residence activities. Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the activities program. Maintain a professional, warm, and caring relationship with residents and families. Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities. Assist in maintaining and expanding volunteer programs. Assist residents with maintaining and operating the residence store. Assist with maintaining adequate supplies per department budget. Assist residents to and from activities. Assist with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar. Attend required ongoing in‑service training sessions and orientation. Drive residents in van as needed. Perform dual tasks and work independently. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to assist in the development and implementation of activities. Ability to create interest in activities and motivate residents to participate daily. Creativity and motivational skills. Effective communication in English, both orally and in writing. Frequent bending, stretching, stooping and lifting required. Ability to perform tasks and work independently. Computer literacy and familiarity with office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, and calendar/newsletter software). Education: High school diploma or GED preferred. Experience: Previous experience in recreational therapy or related field preferred. Gerontology experience preferred. Certificates/Licenses: Valid driver’s license in the state of work required with no more than two moving violations in a three‑year period. Physical Demands: Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment. Visual and auditory acuity. Ability to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs., and carry objects. Ability to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand. Ability to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below the waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate. LCBs Non-Discrimination Policy LCB, including its managed care communities, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment and employment opportunities at LCB are based upon one’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job with or without reasonable accommodation. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender status), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy to provide equal opportunity encompasses all phases of employment, including recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr LCB Senior Living