Resident Lifestyle Assistant
Cogir Senior Living · Huntersville, NC · 1 mo ago
Administrative$16/hrPart-time
About the role
Our Resident Lifestyle Assistant (Activity Assistant) supports the Resident Lifestyle Director in designing, creating, initiating, facilitating, and coordinating various daily life enrichment activities for our active residents, aimed to promote their physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being.
Responsibilities
- Must be available to work every other weekend.
- Engage residents one-on-one and in small and large group settings.
- Lead or assist with group and one-on-one social, religious, educational, indoor, and outdoor activities, exercise, and outings.
- Facilitate games, conversations, exercise classes, art and music, trips, and special events.
- Support the coordination of the monthly newsletter.
- Encourage resident participation in activities and document outcomes when required.
- Review goals and progress notes.
- Assist in decorating for special events, holidays, and seasonal celebrations.
- Support the coordination of external trips, including reservations, and ensure resident safety during outings.
- Assist the Resident Lifestyle Director as necessary.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience: At least 6‑12 months of relevant experience working with seniors, leading life enrichment activities is preferred.
Skills
- Working knowledge of various computer systems, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work independently and follow scheduled plans.
- Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations and commitment to always treating residents with respect and dignity.
- Friendly, assertive, professional, outgoing, multitasked, and organized.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Benefits
- Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
- Early access to paycheck.
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
- 401K with company match.
- Free meals at work.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Generous Employee Referral Program.
Pay
Starting at $16.00 per hour.
Schedule
Must be available to work every other weekend; flexible shifts including weekends and holidays.