Activities Assistant

Bethesda Group; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance - HDHP or PPO (Full‑

Vision/Dental/Life Insurance (Full‑

Health Savings Account with Company M

Flexible Spending Account

Company matching 403(b) Plan

Paid Vacation

Personal, Sick and Holidays

Paid Volunteer Program

Total Care EAP (Employee Assistance )

Job summary

Bethesda Senior Living Communities seeks an Activity Assistant to plan and lead engaging activities for residents at 361 The Gardens at Collinwood, Fort Collins. This part‑time role offers a flexible schedule with some weekends and holidays required, and a chance to make a meaningful difference in daily life.

You will organize events, track attendance, support orientation for new residents, and collaborate with staff to tailor programs that promote wellness, connection, and joy for seniors.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of activities meeting residents' mental, physical, social, and spiritual needs.
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Ability to multitask with frequent interruptions
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Compassion for elderly and disabled
• Knowledge of MSDS sheets and hazmat guidelines
• Work independently and as a team to prioritize workload
• Valid driver's license with clean record
• Knowledge of office tech and devices (PCs, scanners, cameras, copiers, printers)

Responsibilities

• Plan and participate in daily activities and events.
• Assist in New Resident Orientation.
• Track attendance and encourage participation.
• Follow community policies and procedures during activities.
• Engage with residents and families to meet activity needs.
• Provide transportation for residents.
• Assist Activities Director in calendar and newsletter.
• Maintain inventory of activity supplies and keep them safe.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents' information.
• Assist with tours and inquiries.
• Coordinate volunteers and promote resident participation.
• Educate residents on Emergency Plan.
• Participate in emergency drills and procedures.

Skills

Multitask

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Compassion

MSDS knowledge

Independent & team

Driver's license

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Certified Activity Director

Tools

Microsoft Office

Publisher

Print Shop

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 361 The Gardens at Collinwood - Fort Collins, CO 80525

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $16.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Join our team as an Activity Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Help plan and lead engaging activities that promote connection, wellness, and joy while creating meaningful experiences each day. If you're compassionate, energetic, and enjoy working with seniors, we'd love to hear from you. This position offers a flexible schedule with some weekends and holidays required.

Benefits Include:

• Medical Insurance - HDHP or PPO (Full-time employees only)
• Vision/Dental/Life Insurance (Full-time employees only)
• Health Savings Account with Company Match (Full-time employees only)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company matching 403(b) Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Personal, Sick and Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Program
• Total Care EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Wages on Demand

These benefits may be reduced depending on FT, PT, PRN or temporary job status. To receive certain benefits, eligible employees may be required to meet participation requirements and pay required premiums and other contributions.

Bethesda Senior Living Communities reserves the right to pay a wage/salary that is lower or higher than the above posted compensation range.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Demonstrates a SERVANT heart and attitude by following our Mission Statement.

• Plans, organizes and participates in daily activities and special events.
• Assists in conducting New Resident Orientation.
• Tracks attendance and encourages residents to participate in activities.
• Conducts daily activities following community’s policies and procedures.
• Interacts with residents and their families to ensure activity needs of residents are being met.
• Provides transportation for residents using time management and customer service skills.
• Assumes duties of Activity Director in his/her absence.
• Assists in the development of the monthly activities calendar that provides a variety of activities that will stimulate interest by the residents.
• Assists the Activity Director in development of the quarterly newsletter that is used as an information tool for residents and families in addition to being a marketing tool for the community.
• Assists in maintaining an inventory of activity supplies and ensures supplies are in proper working order and stored in a safe manner.
• Maintains confidentiality of residents’ personal information in and out of the community and protects and supports residents’ rights.
• Assists with tours and inquires as needed
• Ensures coverage is scheduled to maintain resident activity schedule.
• Recruits and assists in organizing volunteers.
• Assists the Activities Director in promoting resident participation in daily activities.
• Educates residents on Emergency Plan.
• Participates in and assists with procedures associated with emergency drills and actual emergency situations within the community.

QualificationsKnowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must possess knowledge of activities that will meet residents’ mental, physical, social, and spiritual needs.
• Must possess excellent writing and editing skills
• Must be able to multitask and work with frequent interruptions.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills and interpersonal skills to communicate with residents, families, and staff.
• Must show compassion and genuinely care for the elderly and disabled.
• Must be knowledgeable of the location of the MSDS sheets on hazardous materials and able to understand the guidelines.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team to prioritize work load as emergencies arise.
• Must possess current, active driver’s license with an excellent driving record. A CDL may be required for large vans in accordance with state requirements.
• Must have working knowledge of personal computers, scanners, digital cameras, copiers and printers.

Education/Experience:

High school degree or equivalent preferred. Previous experience working in a care facility desired. Certified Activity Director, Recreational Therapist, or Occupational Therapist is desired. Must have previous experience in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), Publisher, Print Shop, and the ability to work with other applicable software.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

Position requires strenuous physical work. Heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently. Drives and/or accompanies residents to outside activities frequently, occasionally in inclement weather.