What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Assistant Programmer Sun-Thurs position at Benchmark Senior Living?
Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark.
We are looking for a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistants to join our team! The Programming/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 Programming/Activity Assistant supports and assists the Activity Director in all necessary programming.
Applicants must be available to work a consistent Sunday through Thursday schedule from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This position requires reliable attendance during these hours to support the needs of our residents, families, and team. Candidates should be dependable, organized, and committed to providing excellent service throughout their scheduled shifts.
Responsibilities
As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:
We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.
We are looking for a compassionate Programming/Activity Assistants to join our team! The Programming/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 Programming/Activity Assistant supports and assists the Activity Director in all necessary programming.
Applicants must be available to work a consistent Sunday through Thursday schedule from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This position requires reliable attendance during these hours to support the needs of our residents, families, and team. Candidates should be dependable, organized, and committed to providing excellent service throughout their scheduled shifts.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging
- Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
- Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
- 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
- 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
We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.