Activities Program Assistant

About the role

Join our dedicated team at Lakewood as a Program Assistant in our Healthcare Department! Support the Program Manager & Director of Resident Services in organizing, leading, and documenting engaging activities for residents. Make a real difference in their daily lives.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and lead individual and group activities
• Keep daily and monthly activity calendars updated and visible
• Support residents during on- and off-campus events
• Maintain attendance records and activity documentation
• Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment
• Care for resident pets and their living spaces
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and residents’ rights policies
• Assist with basic reading/writing tasks for residents
• Collaborate with volunteers and staff across departments

Requirements

• Experience working with older adults (preferred)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Creativity, flexibility, and patience
• Ability to work with residents with cognitive and physical impairments
• Comfortable with physical activity (lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally)
• Computer proficiency required
• Positive attitude and team spirit

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to changing situations
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental
• Paid Time Off
• Employer Retirement Contribution 4.5%
• HSA Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Supportive Environment and Leadership
• Amazing residents and collaborative teams!
• Access to early earned wages

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience

Schedule

Full-time position

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.