Activity Assistant

About The Role

This is a hands-on, resident-facing position that combines programming and transportation, ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with residents and being involved in daily community life.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and conducting programs that support residents' physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being
• Encourage and engage residents to participate in activities
• Plan and facilitate daily programs, special events, and holiday celebrations
• Coordinate events from start to finish (set-up, execution, breakdown)
• Organize and maintain an activities calendar and community newsletter
• Maintain activity spaces and supplies; manage inventory
• Coordinate with other departments to support programming needs
• Support memory care and mixed-group programming as applicable
• Meet with new residents to introduce programs and build engagement
• Organize and support volunteer involvement
• Other duties as assigned
• Provide safe, timely transportation for residents to activities and appointments
• Assist residents in and out of vehicles, including mobility support
• Secure wheelchairs and ensure passenger safety
• Maintain vehicles (cleaning, fueling, basic inspections)
• Document vehicle condition and support compliance (registration, licensing)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's preferred)
• 1–3 years of experience in activities, hospitality, or senior living preferred
• Must be 21+ with valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for working with seniors and creating meaningful experiences