Activities Aide

at First Atlantic Healthcare in Lewiston, Maine, United States

Job Description

Employment Status: Per Diem * *

Pay Rate: 15

PayRate Interval: Hourly

PayRate Max: 16.50

Shift: Varied Shifts

Montello Manor is a 37 bed skilled nursing facility that has been providing comprehensive, quality health care to the Central Maine area for over 50 years.

At Montello Manor we have designed an environment that allows residents to be as independent as possible. All the routines and comforts of daily living are in place, with professional support available 24 hours a day.

Our staff is committed to providing an environment that offers social, spiritual, recreational, culturally diverse preferences and educational opportunities, along with thoughtful assistance that is responsive to each person’s needs. We strive to make a positive, beneficial contribution to good health and want you to remain in control of your schedule and desired lifestyle. Our strengths reside in a long history of Skilled and Short-Term Rehabilitation experience, as well as Long Term Care & Nursing Services.

9:30am-3:30pm Saturday and Sunday – Every other weekend

As needed for special occasions

As an Activities Assistant you will:

+ Assist with planning and organizing activities that provide opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression to our Residents.

+ Our activities program fulfills the psychological, physical, social, and spiritual needs of our Residents.

As you are working hard planning and leading Resident activities, you will have:

+ Tuition reimbursement and education support: you can grow your career in health care

+ 401(K) with employer contribution

+ Full-time employees (30+ hours per week) have access to benefits; medical, dental, vision & disability

+ Paid Time Off available for all employees

+ Employer paid life insurance

+ Flexible savings account, including medical & dependent care

+ Employee assistance program

Minimum Qualifications:

+ High School Graduate or equivalent certification; CNA Certification desirable

+ Experience working with a geriatric population

+ Current CPR Certification

+ Computer Skills

+ Valid Maine Driver’s License; with a clean driving record

Activities Assistant Skills and Abilities:

+ Ability to work independently, with flexibility, good judgment, and effectively communicate with staff, residents, and families

+ Strong desire to provide care to other people

+ Outstanding organizational and time management skills