Activities Assistant - First Atlantic Health Care

PCAL is part of our First Atlantic Healthcare family of nursing and assisted living facilities, 100% Maine based and family-owned. We take pride in service to others, knowing we make a difference in the lives of our seniors. For you and your team members, our homes provide a rewarding career and sense of purpose. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Portland Center Assisted Living follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.








Learn more about us at https://pcalmaine.com/






Entry level position--Great Opportunity for growth and advancement in our community!


If you like to use your creative skills to make a difference….we want to talk to you about this flexible opportunity to join our team!





WE HAVE PT AND FT OPENINGS. THIS POSITION INCLUDES WORK 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


+ 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