Activities Assistant

Activities Assistant

Full Time | Day Shift | 10 am -6 pm

Pay: $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 equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience, preferably providing care and recreational programming for individuals with developmental disabilities
• Ability to follow directions and communicate clearly
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Must be at least 18 years of age

What you'll do as an Activities Assistant -

• Assist with planning and facilitating therapeutic recreation activities
• Support residents' participation in programs that promote growth and development
• Follow established care plans and safety guidelines
• Communicate clearly and effectively with residents, families, and team members

What Makes St. Margaret's a Great Place to Work -

• Unique specialty pediatric skilled nursing facility
• Smaller care units (average 16 residents per unit)
• Higher staffing ratios for quality care
• Supportive, team-focused environment
• Playful and engaging atmosphere for residents
• All school-aged children receive educational services
• Residents are actively included in community outings and schooling
• Competitive pay
• Evening, night, and weekend shift differentials

Benefits for St. Margaret's Team Members

As 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 Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Life Insurance
• Free Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Career Development Programs
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Wellness Program
• Optional Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Life, Disability, Critical Illness, and more)
• Employees have access to Rain, allowing them to access earned wages ahead of their regular payday

At 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.