Activities Assistant

National Health Care Associates • New Milford, CT • 6h ago

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A Great Place to Work**

Village Crest 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: 19 Poplar Street, New Milford, Connecticut, 06776

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Activities Assistant

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What You'll Do:**

As 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 Responsibilities:

Assist in planning, organizing, and executing a diverse range of activities for residents

Engage residents in arts and crafts, games, music, and other recreational programs

Collaborate with the Activities Director to develop and implement a monthly activities calendar

Provide one-on-one support for residents who may need additional assistance

Foster a sense of community and social interaction among residents

Document and maintain records of residents' participation in activities

If 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!

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What We Offer**

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Village Crest team enjoys:

Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Supportive and collaborative work environment

The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

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What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of an Activities Assistant include:**

Previous experience in a Long-Term Care or senior living setting is preferred but not required - training will be provided

Compassionate and empathetic nature

Interest in the therapeutic needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both

Ability to read, write and comprehend English

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

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We 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.

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ID 2026-7476

Location/Org Data : Name Village Crest Center for Health & Rehabilitation

Category Therapeutic Recreation

Location : Location US-CT-New Milford

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