SENIOR RECREATION PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Company: Maplewood at Southport LLC
Location: Bridgeport
Posted on: November 11, 2024

Job Description:

About Us: Want to be part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of seniors every day? Maplewood Senior Living offers a luxury environment for our residents, providing a safe and engaging community. We are seeking a Senior Recreation Program Assistant to join our team and contribute to enhancing the quality of life for our senior population. Job Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional customer service to residents and their families
• Plan and lead diverse activities suitable for all levels and abilities
• Assist in organizing special events and maintaining recreation program supplies
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and promote a positive atmosphere Requirements:
  • Associate degree in recreation, occupational therapy, gerontology, or related field, or equivalent work experience
  • Passion for working with seniors and improving their quality of life
  • Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
  • Basic computer knowledge and a valid driver's license Physical Requirements:
    • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist residents as needed
    • Capable of performing various physical tasks in a senior living environment Miscellaneous:
      • Weekend and holiday work required as assigned
      • Potential exposure to infectious diseases and challenging resident interactions due to mental status Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
        The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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