Activities Assistant

Oakland Heights Senior Living; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401K

Paid vacation

Holidays and sick leave

Growth potential

Positive working environment

Job summary

Oakland Heights Senior Living is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the planning, coordination, and execution of engaging activities for residents in our Assisted Living and Memory Care community.

The role focuses on fostering social interaction, physical and mental well-being, and meaningful connections with seniors. Ideal candidates are outgoing, energetic, and organized with a passion for elder care.

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, hospitality, customer service, or senior living preferred.
• Experience working with seniors is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, outgoing, enthusiastic, and energetic personality.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups and leading activities.
• Basic computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate, patient, and positive attitude.
• Ability to stand, walk, and assist with activity setup and supplies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and facilitating daily activities and special events for residents.
• Lead and participate in group activities, including arts and crafts, games, exercise classes, music, social events, and recreational programs.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual interests, preferences, and abilities.
• Build positive relationships with residents and provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with decorating and preparing activity areas for special events, holidays, and celebrations.
• Help coordinate community outings, entertainment, and other recreational programs.
• Maintain an organized activities calendar and assist with activity supplies and materials.
• Provide one-on-one engagement for residents who may prefer individual activities or need additional encouragement.
• Observe and communicate residents' participation, interests, and concerns to the Activities Director.
• Assist with setting up, cleaning, and organizing activity spaces before and after programs.
• Ensure activities are conducted in a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Public speaking

Computer skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a creative, energetic, and compassionate Activities Assistant to join our Assisted Living and Memory Care team!

The Activities Assistant supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of engaging activities and programs that enhance residents' quality of life, promote social interaction, and encourage physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

The ideal candidate is outgoing, enthusiastic, organized, and enjoys building meaningful relationships with seniors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning, organizing, and facilitating daily activities and special events for residents.
• Lead and participate in group activities, including arts and crafts, games, exercise classes, music, social events, and recreational programs.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual interests, preferences, and abilities.
• Build positive relationships with residents and provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with decorating and preparing activity areas for special events, holidays, and celebrations.
• Help coordinate community outings, entertainment, and other recreational programs.
• Maintain an organized activities calendar and assist with activity supplies and materials.
• Provide one-on-one engagement for residents who may prefer individual activities or need additional encouragement.
• Observe and communicate residents' participation, interests, and concerns to the Activities Director.
• Assist with setting up, cleaning, and organizing activity spaces before and after programs.
• Ensure activities are conducted in a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, hospitality, customer service, or senior living preferred.
• Experience working with seniors is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, outgoing, enthusiastic, and energetic personality.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Comfortable speaking in front of groups and leading activities.
• Basic computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate, patient, and positive attitude.Ability to stand, walk, and assist with activity setup and supplies as needed.

Why join us?

We offer a competitive starting wage along with a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• A positive working environment
• Growth Potential

The above statements are intended to be a general description. The omission of a specific duty does not exclude it from the position if work is similar, related or logically assigned. Moreover, the description is subject to change as the needs of the employer or position change.

We are a drug-free workplace, and all employees will undergo background and drug screenings to ensure a safe, reliable, and productive work environment. These checks help us maintain the integrity of our team and ensure that all employees can perform their duties safely and effectively.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Qualified individuals are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.