Benchmark Senior Living Newton , MA 02458
Posted 3 weeks ago
Job Description
The Falls at Cordingly Dam in Newton, MA is looking for a Music Therapist to join our Programming Team.
The role pays- Negotiable based on experience.
We currently have Full Time and Part Time opportunities.
Job Description:
The Music Therapist organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of our residents. Also providing quality verbal and non-verbal enrichment programs with the influence of art, music, and movement for residents in our assisted living and memory care neighborhood. The role would include expanding the diverse definition of each wellness activity to meet residents where they are to enhance quality of life.
The Music Therapist will join a team consisting of art therapist(s), other music therapist(s) and expressive therapies interns to collaborate in building a spectrum of therapeutic approaches designed to meet one or all of the 6 Dimensions of Wellness for our diverse population.
The Falls at Cordingly Dam is a Benchmark Senior Living community containing both Memory Care and Assisted Living. At Benchmark we impact lives through human connection.
Responsibilities:
Assisting in the development and implementation of an innovative daily program for residents
Leading and assisting innovative parallel programming to meet the varying and ever-changing needs of the resident population including one-on-ones, small, and large groups on Memory Care and Assisted Living.
Communicates and discuss any changes in the resident's condition or behavior pattern(s) with Senior Leadership.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and utilize downtime to complete varying administrative tasks or resident signature programs.
Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks and works well under pressure.
We believe in offering our employees meaningful benefits. Below is a sampling of the benefits we offer our associates. To find out more, please apply today!
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield
Spring Health Wellness Program
aHealthyMe Wellness Program
401(k) offering with Auto-enrollment feature
Life insurance benefit available date of hire, company sponsored.
Long Term disability, company sponsored.
Voluntary benefits that include Critical Illness, Accident Insurance and Hospital Indemnity
BJ's Club membership
Tuition Reimbursement
Working Advantage Discounts: including Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, Hotels, Sporting Events & Online Shopping
Cell phone discounts with AT&T and Verizon
Vacation and Health & Wellness paid time off.
Up to 10 Holidays
and more!
Job Requirements
Memory Care Activity Assistant Requirements:
Must have a high school diploma, bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues. Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals
Possesses training and knowledge in recreational activities
Possesses training and knowledge of Alzheimer's and related dementias
Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and the community
Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure
Benchmark Senior Living