Activities Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Part-Time Activities Assistant to join our team at Mountain Lakes Estates, an Independent Living community in Reno, NV. Our community focuses on designing and fostering an exceptional lifestyle experience for residents through our proprietary lifestyle program, the LIFE, which promotes growth, creativity, fun, friendship, and independence. This position coordinates resident activities and supports marketing and social events under the supervision of the Executive Director. Evening and weekend hours are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee all resident activities.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual opportunities for residents.
• Attend all community-planned functions and help coordinate events from beginning to end, including set-up, execution, and breakdown.
• Assist in preparing and organizing a calendar of events.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and every other weekend, for planned activity events.
• Drive residents to events using the company shuttle bus.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in recreation, sociology, psychology, or a related field preferred.
• One to three years of experience in a senior living setting.
• Proficient verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with posting and marketing on social media.
• Demonstrated creative ability.
• Strong skills in organization, delegation, and consensus building.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.