Activities Assistant – Senior Living

Job Description

The Activity Assistant @ First Colonial Inn is responsible for creating meaningful, engaging, and purposeful experiences that enhance the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual well-being of our residents. This individual is an energetic, compassionate team player who builds genuine relationships with residents while delivering high-quality programs that promote independence, joy, and a true sense of community. This position requires creativity, flexibility, enthusiasm, and a passion for serving older adults. Every interaction should leave residents feeling valued, included, and encouraged.

Schedule: Full Time | Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm w/ rotating weekends

Pay Rate: $17.75 - $18.75/hr

*Must have Fitness Experience*

* Driving Requirement: This position includes transporting residents to outings and activities. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have a valid, clean driver's license, and possess a minimum of five (5) years of driving experience. Safe and courteous resident transportation is an essential part of this role.

Paid Vacation / Sick Time /  7 Paid HolidaysExcellent - Medical / Dental / Vision Benefits / 401K

Free Meal each shift

Driver responsibilities

What will I do every day?

• Assist Life Enrichment Director to present programs that meet the emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual and vocational needs of the residents and staff
• Promote and monitor resident attendance and participation in all Art of Living Well programs
• Teach and facilitate programs as appropriate
• Monitor residents’ well-being in a general way and report any changes in condition to the appropriate associate/department immediately
• Assist residents with requests as needed or find appropriate associate to assist
• Learn resident preferences for opportunities to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations and enhance resident satisfaction
• Implement a variety of group and individual Art of Living Well programs that meet the varying needs of the residents and staff
• Respond to residents individually to meet their Life Enrichment needs based on activity level, acuity, interests, and feedback
• Work with volunteers and community groups as needed to implement various programs and events
• Assist in setting up/tearing down Life Enrichment and community events as needed
• Work as part of the team within your department and across the community
• Perform function ability assessments and quality of life indexes for participants, as requested
• Assist with scheduling transportation as required
• Drive vehicles as necessary
• Support open and honest communication with and between all associates
• Represent the company PVBs and The Art of Living Well on a daily basis
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
• Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately
• Support continuous improvement
• Comply with company standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient community operations
• Adhere to all regulations, laws and company standards, including the Associate Handbook
• Understand and support the community sales process
• Perform other related duties as required

What will I need to be successful in this role?

• Bring a smile to work every day
• Be a great team player
• High school graduate
• One to two years’ experience in Life Enrichment programs (preferably with seniors)
• Background in different dimensions of Art of Living Well is beneficial
• Experience leading exercise classes and assisting with exercise equipment
• Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including: Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom applications
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

Special Requirements/Certifications I may need?

• Valid driver’s license and proof of good driving record
• First Aid Certification

What’s in it for me? (Great Question!)

• Competitive pay
• A free meal per shift
• Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
• Matching 401k (Full-time only)
• Paid Time Off
• Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
• Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities

What do we do?

We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years.

 All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process, which includes successfully passing a drug screen, a job specific-related physical, a TB test, and a background check. If selected for employment, the company will cover the cost of these pre-hire requirements

*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer