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First Atlantic Health Care Activities Assistant in Machias, Maine
Marshall Healthcare Facility is a 64 bed skilled and long term care facility located in the beautiful coastal town of Machias, Maine. Our employees are among the most loyal and dedicated, some having worked here over 25 years. In addition to the attention provided by our highly trained and skilled staff, our residents have complete access to restorative nursing and therapy services on an as needed basis. Through professional care planning and engaging activities, the aim is to help individuals live as independently as possible, with dignity and respect. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Marshall Health Care follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care
Marshall is Music & Memory certified and is a 5-STAR facility.
Requirements:
Full time
Available every other weekend
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
Pay on Demand: Daily access to your paycheck
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