Activities Assistant

15.43-17.55 per hour | Posted 14-Oct-2024 (EST) | 535 North Oak Avenue, Pitman, NJ 08071, USA | Hourly | Full Time Day

Activities Assistant

(Community Live Assistant)

Full Time Days $15.43-17.55/hour

United Methodist Communities has been certified A Great Place to Work for the 7th year in a row, 87% of our team members say they feel they make a difference in the work that they do at UMC!

United Methodist Communities is currently seeking an Activities Assistant for our Pitman Community.

United Methodist Communities in Gloucester County, a senior community in Pitman New Jersey, is truly integrated into the life of the town. We are part of a beautiful residential neighborhood, near to highways and public transportation with easy access to both Philadelphia as well as the Jersey Shore.

Requirements for an Activities Assistant:

High School Diploma or GED

1 or more year of relevant work experience

Responsibilities for an Activities Assistant:

Participates in the scheduling of activities and programs within the community, communicates those with residents, encourages participation and participates in assigned programming.

Conducts assigned programs including 1 to 1 visit.

Assists with field trips and outings.

Transports residents to and from planned activities within or external to community.

Maintains residents attendance. Assists with documentation- daily attendance records and 1 to 1 record.

Meets with outside local community groups to plan joint projects which benefit community residents as instructed.

Assures supplies are available for various activities/programs.

Gives input to residents care planning- assessments, care plan goals and approaches and progress notes.

About UMC:

Our Mission is: Compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life

Certified A Great Place to Work for the last 7 years, we continue to grow and innovate to meet the needs of our residents while building upon our rich history of over 115-years of dedication to the communities we serve. Over 80% of our team members say they feel good about the ways UMC contributes to the community!

According to the 2024 Great Place to Work Survey, 87% of our team members:

Feel they make a difference and their work has special meaning

Indicate they are able to take time off work when necessary

Feel their workplace is physically SAFE!

We offer 4 Full-Service Communities, 5 Affordable Housing Communities and HomeWorks throughout the State of NJ, offering a variety of options from Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care, Short Term Rehab, home care and more!

Our company culture at UMC is built on our values of Compassion, Respect, Stewardship and Service.

Benefits offered by UMC for our Associates/Team Members:

Employer-subsidized Medical and Dental Coverage (eligible at 30-hours per week)

403(b) Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance, Professional Development and E-Learning

Employee Discount Program

Homeowner/Renter/Automobile Insurance (NJ Manufacturers)

Generous Paid Time Off Program

Group Life Insurance (No Cost to YOU!)

9 Paid Holidays/Premium Pay when working holidays

Free uniform items & additional uniform allowances

Additional great benefits like Vision coverage, Health Savings Account, Voluntary Life Insurance & so much more!

UMC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.