Location : Homestead, PA

Schedule : Monday - Friday, 7 : 30am-4 : 00pm

Salary : $15.11 and up per hour, based on experience

Summary of Job Duties : The Activities Assistant assists the Recreational Therapist or Activities Coordinator in the planning, organization, coordination and implementation of therapeutic activities.

Work duties vary on a day-to-day basis and a flexible work schedule is required. The Activities Assistant must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, plan care for and provide service to frail elders according to assigned responsibilities and Community LIFE standards.

Required Experience : One year experience with the frail or elderly. Highly preferred one year experience providing activities in a social setting;

or a combination of education and activities experience.

Required Skills :

• Ability to work cooperatively with Activities Coordinator or Rec Therapist and Day Center staff.
• Willingness to use skills, talents, and creativity to enhance and advance activity programming format.
• Ability / knowledge to take on leadership role in the absence of Activities Coordinator or Rec Therapist.

Desired or Preferred Knowledge, Skills and / or Abilities :

• Ability to appreciate an enjoy working with elderly individuals.
• Interest in geriatrics and community-based programming.

About us : Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life.

Our program brings the regions experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible.

Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.

Benefits :

Community LIFE offers a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability insurance, 4 weeks Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Company contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement, Employee Appreciation events, and more!

PI3e0916c46ee2-26289-34374306

Last updated : 2024-05-02