Wellness Program Assistant
Longmeadow, MA - USA
Job Summary
Job Title: Wellness Program Assistant - PT (Sun-Mon) 10 hours $18- $19 or Per Diem
Reports To: Director of Wellness
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Summary
Glenmeadow is seeking a creative experienced and enthusiastic Wellness Program Assistant with a genuine passion for working with older this role you will organize and implement a diverse range of social recreational and physical programs that enhance residents well-being and quality of life.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Design implement and evaluate creative resident-centered programs that support physical cognitive emotional and social wellness including specialized activities for residents with dementia.
- Lead engaging group programs outings and one-on-one visits encouraging participation and fostering meaningful connections.
- Conduct wellness assessments to personalize programming track progress and adapt activities to residents evolving abilities and interests.
- Collaborate with caregivers staff volunteers and community partners to enhance program success.
- Manage program logistics including setup cleanup materials attendance tracking and maintaining clean organized program spaces.
- Support departmental operations special events and respond flexibly to schedule or program changes.
- Ensure resident safety confidentiality and a welcoming environment at all times.
- Observe and report any physical and mental changes in the residents condition to the supervisor or Nursing staff.
- Enter approved programs into GoIcon (activity tracking system) and create announcements as needed to promote resident engagement.
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Genuine enthusiasm for working with older adults including those with cognitive or physical limitations with a strong commitment to safety confidentiality and overall well-being.
- Experience planning and delivering social educational recreational and wellness programs for older adults preferred.
- Strong organizational problem-solving and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships and engage residents effectively.
- Knowledge of older adult needs and strategies to support cognitive physical and emotional wellness.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software scheduling systems and technology platforms; familiarity with audiovisual/virtual program delivery tools preferred.
- Professional courteous and empathetic communication with residents families staff and community partners.
Education and Experience
- One year certificate from college or technical school or at least six months related work experience or training.
- Certification as an Activity Assistant is preferred.
- Valid state-issued drivers license preferred; ability to transport residents or program materials as needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Regularly required to use hands to finger handle or feel and talk or hear.
- Stand walk stoop kneel or crouch.
- Occasionally required to sit reach with hands and arms and smell.
- Frequently lift and or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Glenmeadow is a Life Plan Retirement Community, serving seniors seeking independent retirement living, assisted living and at home senior care services