Activities Assistant | Part Time

About the role

The Life Enrichment Activities Assistant supports the Life Enrichment Director in designing, creating, initiating, facilitating, and implementing a wide variety of multi-level meaningful recreational and educational programs for Independent Living and Assisted Living neighborhoods.

Responsibilities

• Assists with developing, planning, and implementing a monthly program of activities and supplies based on the dimensions of wellness (Movement & Motion, Curiosity & Culture, Feelings & Fellowship, Clarity & Purpose, Compassion & Connection, Leadership & Volunteerism) Harmony signature programs and person‑centered interests.
• Leads 6‑7 high quality programs per day.
• Assists in surveying and interviewing residents to complete the Resident Life Profile and to determine past and present interests, talents, and satisfaction with community programs.
• Partners and coordinates with the program team (Life Enrichment Director, Health Services Director, & HS assistant) to complete planning forms, organize supplies, plan calendars, events, and outings for the upcoming month.
• Develops relationships and connections with residents and families to encourage participation and promote high resident and family satisfaction.
• Assists in documenting and maintaining all required records.
• Assists in organizing and attending resident council meetings.
• Assists in organizing, maintaining, and staging programming areas and supplies neatly.
• Assists in recruiting, coordinating, and overseeing a robust volunteer program.
• Assists in promoting programs by preparing and posting daily notices and posters as required.
• Assists in arranging chairs, tables, and sporting or exercise equipment for scheduled group or one‑on‑one activities and returning areas to normal structure when completed.
• Assists in resident transportation for groceries, shopping, leisure activities and other resident activities; may transport residents to physician appointments occasionally as directed.
• Assists in off‑site outings for residents, providing transportation and safe coordination for participants.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and/or experience; subject to state requirements; entry‑level position with 1‑3 years experience highly desired.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexible, consistent, imaginative, engaging, with a passion for working with seniors.
• Experience organizing, conducting, and planning programs and activities.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Good physical condition; able to sit, stand, bend, kneel, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• 401(k) + Full‑time & Part‑time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work‑life balance
• Flexible Scheduling