Activities Assistant

Country Meadows Retirement Communities; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Length of service bonus

PayActiv On-Demand Pay

Medical and vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and roll over

Paid holidays including birthday and a

Personal Day of Meaning

Life insurance

Disability insurance (short-term)

Disability insurance (long-term)

Family and medical leave

Bereavement and jury duty leave

Wellness reimbursement

$2 meals on campus

Job summary

Country Meadows Retirement Communities is seeking an Activities Assistant to create enriching experiences for our senior residents and encourage participation across our community. This role emphasizes engagement, creativity, and a passion for arts and wellness in a supportive, family-owned environment.

The position is PRN/Per-Diem with opportunities for growth and a focus on meaningful activities that enhance daily life for residents.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs is preferred, but not required.
• Leadership style should be energetic, personable, positive, enthusiastic, creative and imaginative.
• Ability to communicate intentions and directions to residents and co-workers; be an active listener/empathetic.
• Strong motivational skills to positively influence resident participation.
• Valid driver’s license with no major violations in the past three years.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this role.

Responsibilities

• Generate ideas for new and favorite experiences.
• Drive residents' interest in a dynamic lifestyle to promote a sense of pride and purpose.
• Venture out with residents to theaters, museums, sporting events, restaurants, special destinations and more.
• Team up with the Activities Coordinator and/or Associate in preparing and planning on and offsite events and activities.
• Guide volunteers to create meaningful impact.
• Promote a positive, enthusiastic environment to motivate resident engagement.

Skills

Active listening

Empathy

Motivational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Pay starts at $17.50/hour, with the opportunity to earn more based on experience

Want to help a 90-year-old skydive? Or inspire a passion for painting? As an Activities Assistant, you will create experiences with all members of our community and encourage residents to participate. We are seeking individuals who value the company of older adults, lead with a big picture mentality and appreciate the arts and wellness.

• PRN Per-Diem only*

Our investment in you:

• Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experience
• Length of service bonus awards
• PayActiv On-Demand Pay - Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical
• Excellent vision and dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and roll over of unused time
• Paid holidays including your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning
• Supplemental life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
• Family and medical leave
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
• Wellness reimbursement incentives
• $2 meals on our campuses including a main dish, a side, drink and dessert

Our support for you:

• Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.
• Direct access to your supervisory team
• Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training and continuing education
• Employee assistance program for you and your family
• Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
• Helping Hand interest-free loans

Activities Assistant Job Responsibilities:

• Generate ideas for new and favorite experiences.
• Drive residents' interest in a dynamic lifestyle to promote a sense of pride and purpose.
• Venture out with residents to theaters, museums, sporting events, restaurants, special destinations and more.
• Team up with the Activities Coordinator and/or Associate in preparing and planning on and offsite events and activities.
• Guide volunteers to create meaningful impact.
• Promote a positive, enthusiastic environment to motivate resident engagement.

Activities Assistant Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in group socialization or recreational programs preferred, but not required.
• Leadership style that is energetic, personable, positive, enthusiastic, creative and imaginative.
• Ability to communicate intentions and directions to residents and co-workers. Be an active listener/empathetic.
• Strong motivational skills to positively influence resident participation.
• Valid driver's license with no major violations in the past three years.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this type of role.

About Country Meadows/Ecumenical:

We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 30 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.

EOE