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About the Role
At GreenFields, we believe meaningful engagement is essential to quality of life. Our Activities team plays a vital role in creating moments of joy, connection, and purpose for our residents each day. We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Activities Assistant who is passionate about enriching the lives of older adults in a long-term care and rehabilitation environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, fostering social connection, and helping residents feel welcomed, valued, and engaged from the moment they arrive. The Activities Assistant works closely with the Activities Director to support individualized programming that meets each resident’s unique abilities, interests, and social needs. From assisting with new resident introductions and participation tracking to providing one-on-one engagement and supporting group activities, this role helps ensure residents remain active and connected. The ideal candidate will bring warmth, flexibility, and a team-oriented mindset while upholding the organization’s values of compassion, respect, integrity, and commitment in all interactions.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Activities Director to assess new residents within 96 hours of admission, identifying abilities, interests, and socialization needs, and orienting them to available programs.
- Assist with ongoing resident activity documentation, including quarterly re-evaluations and progress notes as assigned.
- Maintain accurate daily records of resident participation and engagement in activities programs.
- Provide one-on-one engagement for residents requiring individualized social, cognitive, or sensory stimulation.
- Support the planning, preparation, and coordination of group and individual activities to promote resident well-being and quality of life.
- Assist in maintaining activity supplies, equipment, inventory, and the organization and appearance of activity spaces.
- Help supervise and coordinate volunteers supporting activities programs.
- Support safe resident transport and outings, including assisting with transfers and vehicle use when assigned.
- Maintain bulletin boards and contribute to a welcoming, engaging environment throughout activity areas and units.
- Follow all facility policies, including safety procedures, infection control, dress code, and time and attendance requirements.
- Participate in in-service education and training programs as required.
- Support a culture of compassion, respect, integrity, and commitment while ensuring resident safety, security, and well-being at all times.
Requirements
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, residents, family members visitors, government agencies/staff, and the general public.
- Must have patience, tact a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle challenging residents/associates.
- Must be able to communicate with the staff, and other department supervisors.
- Maintains a rapport with the residents and their families.
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
- Must attend and participate in continuing educational programs.
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
- Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
- Must meet the general health requirements set fourth by the policies of this facility.
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to interact compassionately with residents, families, and staff
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to deal tactfully with various personalities
- Maturity and professionalism
Location
- Lancaster, NY 14086
Work Type
- Part Time
- 1st Shift
- Part-time, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, (3) days a week (Monday - Friday). This position may require occasional weekend coverage to support full-time staff during vacation or personal time off.
Experience Level
- One year of experience in a SNF or long-term care setting preferred
- Experience in activities, recreation, or resident engagement in a healthcare setting preferred
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent required
Salary/Compensations
- $16.00 - $18.50 Hourly
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Pay based on experience
- Paid Weekly
- Referral Bonus Plan & other types of Incentives
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, based on FT/PT status
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with employer match
- Premier Third Party Child Daycare Onsite
- Free Access to Employee Wellness Center/Gym
- Free Parking
About the Company
- Employees are an important part of life at The GreenFields! Not only do they help our residents to achieve their goals, but they also help them to maintain an optimal quality of life. We're looking for caring, compassionate employees to join our team and to help us fulfill our mission to deliver the area's BEST senior care!
Equal Opportunity
- We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.