Activities Assistant

A Great Place to WorkBrewer is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!Location: 74 Parkway South, Brewer, Maine, 04412What You'll DoAs an Activities Assistant, you have a crucial role in planning and implementing a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities. Your creative ideas and enthusiasm will contribute to fostering a positive and lively atmosphere for our residents.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in planning, organizing, and executing a diverse range of activities for residentsEngage residents in arts and crafts, games, music, and other recreational programsCollaborate with the Activities Director to develop and implement a monthly activities calendarProvide one-on-one support for residents who may need additional assistanceFoster a sense of community and social interaction among residentsDocument and maintain records of residents' participation in activitiesIf you are passionate about creating positive and engaging experiences for seniors and have the creativity to organize a variety of activities, we invite you to join our team. Make a real difference in people's lives in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together!What We OfferAs an affiliate of National Health Care, our Brewer team enjoys:Competitive compensation and benefits packageComprehensive training and mentorshipOpportunities for professional growth and developmentSupportive and collaborative work environmentThe chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residentsRate of PayUSD $16.00 - USD $17.50 /Hr.What You'll BringQualifications of an Activities Assistant include:Previous experience in a Long-Term Care or senior living setting is preferred but not required - training will be providedCompassionate and empathetic natureInterest in the therapeutic needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with bothAbility to read, write and comprehend EnglishAbility to work effectively in a team environmentStrong interpersonal and communication skillsWe Hire for Heart!National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National's centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named "Best Of" by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. The Pines at Poughkeepsie Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation