Day Care Center Teacher jobs in Passaic, NJ

Activity Assistant

We are looking for a positive, compassionate activities assistant to the Activity Director to schedule and coordinate events. The activities assistant will create and handle the logistics for daily, weekly, and monthly events in an effort to engage clients. They will speak to participants to get feedback and deliver fun, safe events while on time and under budget. You should be detail-oriented and possess excellent interpersonal and time management skills.

To succeed as an Activities assistant, you should strive to stage entertaining, engaging activities that will appeal to the age and physical or emotional condition of the client. You should be observant, driven, creative, and caring.

Duties:

• Assist in keeping records regarding event planning resources, participant interest, and other notable information such as injuries or behavioral incidents.
• Reporting medical concerns or observations.
• Providing participants with instructions for the event.
• Adhering to and enforcing all safety procedures
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and staff members.
• Ability to assist with ADLs and provide support for aging-related issues. - Strong organizational skills to plan and coordinate activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist in keeping records regarding event planning resources, participant interest, and other notable information such as injuries or behavioral incidents.

Requirements:

• High school diploma and certain certifications may be required.
• More education or experience with, recreational activities, event planning, or related may be preferred.
• Physical fitness, ability to walk, dance, stand, lift, or meet other physical demands.
• Adaptability and strong organization and time management skills.
• Patience and compassion when dealing with others, especially those who are sick, injured, elderly, or from different backgrounds.
• Flexibility to work when needed, especially evenings, weekends, or early mornings.
• Willingness to adhere to and enforce all safety policies and procedures.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of seniors and have the skills required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dedicated team of professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 50 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person