Activities Assistant, Carlyle Place, FT1.0, Days
Department: 39300 Carlyle Place Navicent Health – Dementia Care | Full time | Benefits Eligible
About the role
Join our team as an Activity Assistant and help create engaging programs and events that promote social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being for residents in our assisted living community. In this role, you'll support the planning and delivery of activities that help residents stay active, connected, and engaged while contributing to a positive and welcoming environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning, organizing, implementing, and leading recreational and social activities for assisted living residents
- Develop and maintain engaging monthly activity calendars
- Conduct resident visits and provide assistance with crafts, games, projects, and other activities
- Support community events, celebrations, outings, and special programs
- Coordinate transportation requests for resident field trips and excursions
- Create flyers, newsletters, event invitations, and promotional materials
- Distribute activity calendars, newsletters, and other resident communications
- Maintain accurate activity documentation, assessments, and progress notes
- Track department expenditures and assist with budget-related reporting
- Participate on community committees and contribute ideas for resident programming
- Foster a positive, inclusive environment that respects individual backgrounds, preferences, and interests
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Compassionate, resident-focused approach with a passion for serving older adults
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Recreational Therapy, or a related field
- Experience in recreational programming, resident activities, healthcare, assisted living, senior living, or a related setting
- Eligibility for certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Activity Professional
- Completion of the Georgia Health Care Association Activity Director Course
- Occupational Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapist experience
Skills
- Creativity and enthusiasm in planning engaging activities
- Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Reliability, professionalism, and personal accountability
- Commitment to resident satisfaction and quality care
Work Environment
This role is based in an assisted living community and includes working in resident care and community environments. Candidates must be comfortable in a fast-paced setting, interacting with residents, families, visitors, and team members throughout the day.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Pay
Pay Range: $18.85 - $28.30 per hour
Schedule
- Full-Time, Monday-Friday
- 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- 40 hours per week