Activities AssistantFull Time | Day Shift | 10 am -6 pmPay: $16.38-$17.75/hour (based on experience)At St. Margaret's Center, we see kids, not conditions.St. Margaret's Center, an affiliate of the Center for Disability Services, is a 94-bed pediatric and young adult skilled nursing facility located in Albany, NY. Founded in 1883, we provide specialized long-term care for medically fragile infants, children, and young adults on a single dedicated campus.Our team delivers advanced 24-hour medical care in a nurturing, home-like environment where residents can experience a full childhood - including school, activities, family time, and friendships.Requirements for an Activities Assistant -High school diploma or equivalentMinimum of one (1) year of related experience, preferably providing care and recreational programming for individuals with developmental disabilitiesAbility to follow directions and communicate clearlyAbility to lift a minimum of 50 poundsMust be at least 18 years of ageWhat you'll do as an Activities Assistant - Assist with planning and facilitating therapeutic recreation activitiesSupport residents' participation in programs that promote growth and developmentFollow established care plans and safety guidelinesCommunicate clearly and effectively with residents, families, and team membersWhat Makes St. Margaret's a Great Place to Work - Unique specialty pediatric skilled nursing facilitySmaller care units (average 16 residents per unit)Higher staffing ratios for quality careSupportive, team-focused environmentPlayful and engaging atmosphere for residentsAll school-aged children receive educational servicesResidents are actively included in community outings and schoolingCompetitive payEvening, night, and weekend shift differentialsBenefits for St. Margaret's Team MembersAs part of the Center for Disability Services, St. Margaret's Center offers a mission-driven career with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision InsurancePaid HolidaysBereavement Leave and Jury Duty Pay401(k) Retirement PlanTuition AssistanceEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramFree Life InsuranceFree Long-Term Disability InsuranceCareer Development ProgramsEmployee Recognition ProgramsWellness ProgramOptional Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Life, Disability, Critical Illness, and more)Employees have access to Rain, allowing them to access earned wages ahead of their regular paydayAt The Center for Disability Services, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.