Programming Assistant (Therapeutic Activities)
Senior Living Residences
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Salary
$20 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The assistant will be responsible for forming meaningful relationships with residents and families while helping to implement and coordinate a balanced, seven-Day-A-Week therapeutic programming schedule. This includes supporting the coordination of entertainment, participating in scheduled outings while ensuring resident safety, and assisting with support group sessions.
Requirements summary
Candidates should ideally possess an associate's or bachelor's degree in fields like therapeutic recreation, education, or social work, and must have at least one year of experience working with elderly or alzheimer's populations. Essential requirements include effective communication skills, punctuality, reliability, and the physical ability to stand, sit, bend, and transfer residents.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Coverage
- Commuter Benefits
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Retail Discounts
- Complimentary Life Insurance
- Pre-tax Retirement Savings Plan With A Company Match
- Tuition Rewards Program
- Professional Development And Education Programs
- Reduced Meal Costs