Activities Assistant - Fast Hire

We are hiring an energetic Activities Assistant to join our exceptional team at Messiah Lifeways in Mechanicsburg, PA.
Growing your career as a Full Time Activities Assistant is an amazing opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in adaptability, people management and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Activities Assistant at Messiah Lifeways today!

Activities Assistant

Messiah Lifeways is an award-winning non-profit organization that provides a network of services for adults 55 and better in the Central Pennsylvania region.

Together, we can live - Life. Embraced.

Job Title: Activities Assistant

Status: Part Time

S hift: Day 8am-4:30pm

Schedule: weekly schedule of Tuesday/Saturday & Monday/Thursday

Pay Rate: up to $17/hr

Why Choose Messiah Lifeways?

Messiah Lifeways offers a robust benefits package for team members including:

• Next Day Pay Option for Hourly Team Members!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Prescription Plan
• Health Savings Account Option
• Flexible Spending Account Option
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Team Member Recognition Program
• Retirement Savings Option with Employer Match
• Free Access to On-site Gym
• Organizational Growth Opportunities
• Work-Life Services Such as Financial Planning, Time and Stress Management, and More!

What do I need as an Activities Assistant with Messiah Lifeways?

• Experience in recreation or related field (Human Services), preferred
• Experience working with older adults, preferred

What will I do as an Activities Assistant with Messiah Lifeways?

• Coordinates and conducts life activities, focusing on meaningful; resident preferred activities.
• Plans, organizes, and leads group and individualized age-appropriate programs, providing activities for residents who stay in their room and/or residents who are at a lower functional level, meeting Federal and State regulations.
• Attend and participate in the monthly resident council meeting.
• Plans intergenerational programs in conjunction with the U-GRO leaders.
• Motivates and assists residents to become part of neighborhood life if they choose so.
• Plans for and accompanies residents on trips outside of Messiah Lifeways and works cooperatively with the Transportation Coordinator to make transportation arrangements.
• Assists in the dining room and provides opportunities for socialization.
• Transports and/or assists residents to and from programs.
• Aware of the safety of residents and medical restrictions during all activities.

Messiah Lifeways is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits of working as a Activities Assistant in Mechanicsburg, PA:

● Excellent benefits
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Attractive package