Activity Assistant

Activity Assistant

At Arbors/Ivy, we believe seniors deserve joy, connection, and purpose — especially in their later years. We are family-centered, integrity-driven, and committed to creating a vibrant community where residents feel known, valued, and excited about each day.

About the role

This Role Is Perfect For Someone Who:

• Stays cheerful even when plans change unexpectedly
• Understands that flexibility is part of the job
• Doesn’t get flustered when things are out of their control
• Follows policies and procedures carefully
• Holds a genuine heart for seniors and their final chapters
• Is friendly, upbeat, and naturally encouraging
• Knows how to read the room and respond with compassion

Responsibilities

You are not just filling seats. You are building confidence. You are helping someone try something new when they’re unsure. You are protecting joy in a season of life that deeply matters.

• Engage, escort, and motivate residents to attend activities
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels safe to participate
• Provide meaningful 1:1 visits for residents who prefer quieter engagement
• Support programs including arts, music, exercise, games, spiritual gatherings, lectures, and outings
• Aid residents respectfully and with dignity during activities
• Drive the community van for trips and excursions (must meet RMV requirements)
• Observe engagement levels and communicate insights to the Activity Director
• Sustain a culture of teamwork and collective ownership

Requirements

• Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Minimum 1 year experience working with elders (home care, assisted living, or skilled nursing)
• Dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented
• Must meet Registry of Motor Vehicle requirements

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid holidays/floating holidays
• Pet health insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Retailer account assistance
• Employee appreciation programs

Qualifications

• Flexible, cheerful, rule-following, compassionate
• Ready to help seniors step into joy even when they’re hesitant

Skills

• Ability to pivot quickly without losing positivity
• Calmness under pressure
• Belief in the importance of rules and structure
• Natural encouragement of others
• Pride in doing things the right way
• Desire for work to have meaning beyond a paycheck

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid holidays/floating holidays
• Pet health insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Retailer account assistance
• Employee appreciation programs

Pay

• Details TBD

Schedule

• Part Time

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid holidays/floating holidays
• Pet health insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Retailer account assistance
• Employee appreciation programs

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Minimum 1 year experience working with elders (home care, assisted living, or skilled nursing)
• Dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented
• Must meet Registry of Motor Vehicle requirements

Skills

• Ability to pivot quickly without losing positivity
• Calmness under pressure
• Belief in the importance of rules and structure
• Natural encouragement of others
• Pride in doing things the right way
• Desire for work to have meaning beyond a paycheck

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.