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Activities Aides (Adult Day)
The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services)
Brattleboro, VT, US
Source: The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services) careers · View original posting
- Pay
- Expected pay range: $16-$18+ highly dependent on experience.
- Employment
- part time
Employer job description
From The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services)'s posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Activity Assistant(s) - Part-time 15-20 hours/week, expected schedule 10am to 3:00pm; 3-4 days per week. Multiple positions available. Per diem/on call positions may also be available.
A place to go, people to see, things to do.
At The Gathering Place, we create days filled with connection, purpose, and support. We’re looking Activity staff who bring warmth, creativity, and reliability to help make that happen.
Position Overview
The Activity Assistant plays a key role in creating a welcoming, engaging environment for participants. Working alongside our team, you’ll help lead meaningful activities, support daily routines, and build genuine relationships that make each day feel purposeful and enjoyable.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in activities such as art, music, games, and light exercise
- Encourage participation and help each individual feel included and comfortable
- Build positive, respectful relationships with participants and team members
- Support meals, snacks, and daily routines
- Help set up and maintain clean, inviting program spaces
- Observe and communicate changes in participant needs or mood
- Contribute to special events, seasonal programming, and community outings
- Who You Are
- Kind, patient, and dependable
- Comfortable working with older adults, including those living with memory loss and adults with disabilities
- A team player who can also take initiative
- Creative, flexible, and willing to jump in where needed
- Strong communicator with a positive, calm presence
- Experience or willingness to assist with personal care tasks as needed (toileting, feeding) a plus
- Experience in caregiving, recreation, human services, or a related field preferred
- Schedule: 15-20 hours/3-4 days per week depending on coverage needs and candidate availability. Expected schedule is 10a-3p. No weekends or evenings; we are closed major holidays.