Activities Assistant

Commonwealth Senior Living; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living is seeking passionate Activity Assistants to plan and prepare engaging activities for seniors. This part-time role offers the chance to create a warm atmosphere while interacting with residents and their families. Join a recognized leader in senior living and contribute to making a difference in the lives of seniors.

Benefits

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401k available

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Fund

Discount Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior living environment preferred.
• Must have a clear and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and developing various events.
• Conduct transportation for residents, including medical transportation.
• Maintain knowledge of community services and events.

Skills

Strong computer skills

General healthcare knowledge

Education

Experience in a senior living environment

Job description

We are excited to share that we are hosting Walk-In Wednesdays!

Join us for our upcoming event to explore the many new and exciting, in-demand careers with representatives from each department in one location.

When : Every Wednesday 10 am-12 pm

Location : 4916 W Norfolk Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Overview :

Do you have a true passion for planning, developing, and preparing a variety of exercise, social, recreational, and educational events? Our activity assistants get to live this daily! They work hard to establish and maintain a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff. We want people with a genuine love for seniors! You will not only learn valuable skills related to Activity Programming, but this role allows you to interact with every senior in our community and their family.

Position Details : Part-time, Monday - Friday, every other weekend; various times

Benefits :

• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Health Savings Accounts
• 401k available to all Commonwealth Senior Living associates
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Fund
• Discounts Programs

Areas of Responsibility :

• Assist the Resident Program team with planning, developing, and preparing a variety of exercises, social, recreational, and educational events.
• Conduct transportation for residents, including medical transportation.
• Maintain knowledge of community services and events in the area and incorporate them into the activity schedule as appropriate.

Qualifications :

• Strong computer skills and general healthcare knowledge.
• Experience in a senior living environment is strongly preferred but not required.
• Must have a clear and insurable driving record, a current driver’s license, and willingness to drive a passenger van.

Commonwealth Senior Living is a recognized leader in senior living, employing around 2,000 associates, and is a four-time recipient of the Great Place to Work certification!