Activities Assistant (Salus Lifestyles Coordinator)

About the role

Make a difference every day. Bring joy. Build connections. As a Part-time Activities Assistant (Salus Lifestyles Coordinator), you will support the planning and implementation of life enrichment programs that promote social connection, independence, and overall well-being for residents in our Assisted Living community.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and leading engaging activities and events for residents
• Support the Salus/Life Enrichment program by encouraging participation and resident involvement
• Create a warm, welcoming, and fun environment for residents
• Set up, clean up, and prepare materials for daily activities and special events
• Absorb residents with participation in group programs, outings, games, crafts, music, and other enrichment opportunities
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members
• Document resident participation and feedback as needed
• Support holiday celebrations, themed events, and community-wide programs

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in senior living, activities, recreation, customer service, or a related field preferred
• A friendly, outgoing, and compassionate personality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and a genuine interest in working with older adults
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work part-time hours, including some weekends or holidays as needed
• Reliable, organized, and able to adapt to changing resident needs

Qualifications

• Driver Requirements: State driver license required with clean driving record and will have completed all HR policies and procedures for Community driver
• Provides outstanding service to all Residents, family members, responsible persons, and visitors of Residents
• Facilitates socialization among Residents
• Invites and/or reminds Residents to participate in planned activities
• Works with other Program Associates to coordinate joint programs
• Conducts/leads majority of programs
• Is flexible in work schedule to accommodate special events and evening/weekend programs
• Trains, supports, and instructs volunteers to assist with activities as needed
• Plans, coordinates, and helps implement decorations for special events, seasons, and holidays
• Coordinates family functions and events
• Plans weekly excursions
• Identifies needed supplies for planned activities
• Assists with transportation for activity outings and regularly scheduled group trips
• Drives the company vehicle for Resident activities and appointments when needed, if certified and approved to do so
• Carries out other duties as assigned by Salus Lifestyle Coach to ensure smooth operation of the program and to meet Resident needs

Skills

• Activity planning
• Encouraging resident participation
• Creating a welcoming environment
• Organizing materials and events
• Leading and training volunteers
• Planning decorations and events
• Coordinating family functions
• Transporting residents
• Driving company vehicles

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Part-time schedule with a supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors
• Training and growth opportunities
• Rewarding work where every day brings new connections and experiences
• Supportive leadership team that values compassion and service

Pay

• Details about pay structure not specified

Schedule

• Part-time schedule

Additional Information

As a certified Great Place to Work for 9 years in a row, we proudly offer eligible team members:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

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Job Summary: Salus Lifestyle Coordinator (Activities Assistant) is responsible to assist the Salus Lifestyle Coach with providing a diversified program of individual and group activities that will enable each Resident to engage in cultural, spiritual, physical, political, social and intellectual activities within the Community, in order to sustain and promote each Resident’s potential and sense of usefulness to self and others.

Education And Experience: Experienced in activity planning, preferably with seniors, Experienced and interested in working with seniors. Possesses creative activity skills. Demonstrates organizational skills. Mature, pleasant, friendly, and cheerful personality.