Activity Assistant (Adult Day) Job at The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services), Brattleboro, VT

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  • The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services)
  • Brattleboro, VT

Job Description

Activity Assistant - full-time 37.5 hours/week 7:45am to 3:45pm Monday through Friday

Part-time and per diem 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 for an Activity Assistant who brings 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 planning and leading 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 in caregiving, recreation, human services, or a related field preferred

Schedule: Monday-Friday, days (regular business hours). No weekends or evenings; we are closed major holidays. Full time preferred. Part-time and per diem may be available.

Expected pay range: $17-$19+ highly dependent on experience.

Benefits for full time include up to 15 days paid time off in the first year (accrued based on hours worked) plus 7 paid holidays and dental, vision, life, LTD and AD&D coverage at no cost (employee only). We are unable to offer health insurance. 403(b) match after one year.

References required and verification of past employment history.

Requirements

  • Experience in activity coordination, personal care assistance, or working with elderly/adults with disabilities preferred.
  • Ability to engage and motivate participants in various activities.
  • Understanding of physical and cognitive needs of older adults.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Compassionate and patient demeanor.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Ability to lift up to thirty pounds.

Benefits

  • 403(b)
  • 403 (b) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Waiting period may apply

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Company's website:

  • gatheringplacevt.org

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Day shift, Afternoon shift

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