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Full Time Activities Assistant

Department: Enrichment/Activities
Location: Portsmouth, NH

Wentworth Senior Living is Hiring a Full Time Activities Assistant!

About Us: Wentworth Senior Living's success truly depends on the skill, dedication, and happiness of our staff. Together with the seniors who call our community home, our employees take pride in shaping their workplace culture, and it shows. With industry-leading resident and family satisfaction, WSL is proud to help residents and staff make lasting connections while ensuring our seniors are fully engaged in living better lives longer.

Location: Portsmouth, NH - WSL is located steps from Portsmouth's Market Square and Prescott Park, behind the Strawbery Banke Museum

Rate: $20-$22/hr, with $4 shift differential on weekends

Schedule: 40hrs, Tuesday-Saturday


What You’ll Do:
As an Activities Assistant, you'll play a vital role in enriching the lives of our residents by delivering engaging programs and building one-on-one relationships. You’ll foster a sense of purpose, connection, and community through meaningful daily interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead daily programs as outlined in the monthly Enrichment Calendar

  • Engage residents in group programs and 1:1 settings

  • Offer exceptional customer service to residents, families, and visitors

  • Assist residents in discovering new interests and staying connected with their community

  • Champion a positive, team-first attitude


What We’re Looking For:

  • Required:

    • High school diploma or equivalent

    • At least 1 year of customer service experience

  • Preferred:

    • Coursework or degree in a related field (e.g., recreation, human services, gerontology)

    • Experience working with seniors in a care setting.

    • Experience working with seniors with cognitive decline.

    • Background or training in fitness/exercise


Why Join WSL?
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a vibrant workplace culture that values your personal and professional growth.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) with 4% employer match

  • Generous paid time off (PTO)

  • Education reimbursement & career development support

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • High staff-to-resident ratio

  • Free employee meals

  • Monthly staff appreciation events & surprise rewards

  • Referral bonus program

Opportunities for advancement within the organization are available!


Pre-Employment Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.


Equal Opportunity Employer:
Wentworth Senior Living is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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