# Activity Assistant (Adult Day)

**Company:** [The Gathering Place (Brattleboro Area Adult Day Services)](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/eWoHQkUL5pjp6xHtZ9K4uM.md)
**Location:** Brattleboro, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## 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