The Programming Assistant will assist the Program Director in creating, scheduling, and implementing therapeutic programs tailored for memory care residents, focusing on providing meaningful engagement. Key duties include forming relationships with residents, coordinating entertainment, supporting educational sessions, and assisting with outings while ensuring resident safety.
Requirements summary
Candidates should ideally have experience working with elderly or Alzheimer's populations, though this is preferred, not strictly required. Essential requirements include strong communication skills, punctuality, reliability, and the physical ability to stand, sit, bend, and transfer residents.
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Job description
Programming Assistant Hampton, New Hampshire Have you ever coached a team, facilitated a program, or worked as a group leader?
This may be the role for you!
Cornerstone at Hampton is seeking a patient, innovative programmer who is creative, friendly, compassionate and organized to assist the Program Director in creating, scheduling and implementing therapeutic programs for our memory care residents.
Cornerstone at Hampton’s caring and compassionate programming team members provide therapeutic opportunities and meaningful engagement our senior residents.
Our associates appreciate our safe, home-like, and fun work environment.
AVAILABLE SHIFTS: Part Time: Monday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM with additional hours available for all-hands-on-deck programs and vacation coverage PAY & BENEFITS:
Rates start at $16 per hour
Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:
DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Coverage
Bonus Program
Health Reimbursement Account
Retail Discounts
Complimentary Life Insurance
Pre-tax Retirement Savings Plan With A Company Match
Tuition Rewards Program
Professional Development And Education Programs
Reduced Meal Cost
Dei Initiatives
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
Nationwide tuition rewards program.
Reduced meal cost during scheduled shifts.
Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking
What our programming assistants do
Form meaningful relationships with residents and families;
Help implement and coordinate the balanced daily therapeutic programming schedule for 7 days per week;
Support with coordination of entertainment including guest lecturers, musicians, and fitness instructors;
Participate in scheduled outings, ensuring safety of residents on transportation and off-site
Assist with support group and educational sessions for families and staff
Support with developing monthly newsletter, taking photos, and updating social media
Requirements
Experience: Experience working with elderly and/or Alzheimer's populations, preferred
Physical requirements: Standing, sitting, bending, and transferring residents (with and without assistance)
Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.
Not ready to apply just yet but have questions? Email us at jobs@slr-usa.com [jobs@slr-usa.com]. --
Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates.
We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff.
SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities.
Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program [https://www.seniorlivingresidences.com/lgbtq-training/] to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.
Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
