Activities Assistant-2

Harmony Senior Services; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services seeks a Life Enrichment Activities Assistant in Lorton, VA to support the Life Enrichment Director in creating engaging programs for Independent Living and Assisted Living neighborhoods. You will plan monthly activities, lead multiple programs daily, and coordinate with the team to ensure smooth events and high resident participation.

The role requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 1–3 years experience, strong organizational skills, a valid driver’s license,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or experience; entry level position with 1-3 years experience highly desired.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexible, consistent, imaginative, engaging and have a passion for working with seniors.
• Experience organizing, conducting, and planning programs and activities.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be in good physical condition and be able to sit, stand, bend, kneel, walk, and lift to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assists with developing, planning, and implementing a monthly program of activities and supplies based on Harmony signature programs and person-centered interests.
• Leads 6-7 high quality programs per day.
• Assists in surveying residents to complete their interests and satisfaction with activities.
• Coordinates with the program team to plan calendars, events, and outings for the upcoming month.
• Develops relationships with residents and families to promote participation and satisfaction.
• Assists in documenting and maintaining all records as required.
• Assists in organizing resident council meetings and programming areas.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Flexible and imaginative

Program planning experience

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma

Experience with senior activities

Job description

8350 Mountain Larkspur Drive, Lorton, Virginia 22079

Job Description

The Life Enrichment Activities Assistant is responsible for supporting and assisting the Life Enrichment Director in designing, creating, initiating, facilitating, and implementing a wide variety of multi-level meaningful recreational and educational programs for our Independent Living (IL), and Assisted Living (AL) neighborhoods.

• Assists with developing, planning, and implementing a monthly program of activities and supplies based on the dimensions of wellness (i.e. Movement & Motion, Curiosity & Culture, Feelings & Fellowship, Clarity & Purpose, Compassion & Connection and Leadership & Volunteerism) Harmony signature programs and person-centered interests.
• Leads 6-7 high quality programs per day.
• Assists in surveying and interviewing residents to complete the Resident Life Profile and to determine their past and present interests and talents as well as their satisfaction with the community’s programs and activities.
• Partners and coordinates with entire program team (i.e. LED, HSD, & HS assistant) to complete planning form, organize supplies, plan the calendars, events, and outings for the upcoming month.
• Develops relationships and connections with residents and families to encourage participation in programs and events and to promote a high level of resident and family satisfaction.
• Assists in documenting and maintaining all records as required.
• Assists in organizing and attending resident council meetings.
• Assists in organizing, maintaining, and staging programming areas and supplies with purpose and neatly.
• Assists in recruiting, coordinating, and overseeing a robust volunteer program.
• Assists in promoting programs by preparing and posting daily notices and posters as required.
• Assists in arranging chairs, tables, and sporting or exercise equipment in specified areas for scheduled group or one-on-one activities and returning to normal structure when completed.
• Assists in resident transportation to get groceries, shopping, leisure activities and other resident activities. May transport residents to physician appointments occasionally as directed.
• Assists in off-site outings for residents, providing transportation and safe coordination for participants.

Pay range: $18-$22 per hour

Requirements:

• High School Diploma and/or experience; subject to state requirements; Entry level position with 1-3 years experience highly desired.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexible, consistent, imaginative, engaging and have a passion for working with seniors.
• Experience organizing, conducting, and planning programs and activities.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be in good physical condition and be able to sit, stand, bend, kneel, walk, and lift to 50 lbs.

Why Harmony?

Harmony Senior Services offers comprehensive management and innovative care strategies, enhancing senior living through personalized services and a continuum of care across multiple states.

Hospitals and Health Care

Company size 1,001–5,000 employees

Company type Privately held Founded 2008

Total funding 0

Momentum

Team growth

Momentum

Team growth

6% in 12 mo

572 employees on LinkedIn

Employee experience

What it’s like inside

2.8

195 reviews

32% would recommend

Culture & values

Culture & values 2.6

Work-life balance

Work-life balance 2.6

Career opportunities

Career opportunities 2.8

Compensation & benefits 3.0

Capital

Funding history

Footprint

Where they work

Headquarters Charleston, South Carolina

34 Broad Street, #200, Charleston, South Carolina 29401, US