Activities Assistant FT 8:30A-5P

Silver Birch Living; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Demand Pay – Access earned wages

Attendance Recognition Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Emergency Assistance Fund

Certified Great Place to Work – 2024 &

2025

Job summary

Silver Birch of Avondale is seeking an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with our Life Enrichment Coordinator to create engaging, meaningful, and fun experiences for residents.

In this role, you will lead activities, assist with large events, and help document resident engagement. The position requires a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid, driver’s license, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with seniors, including those with dementia is a plus.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Arizona Caregiver certification is helpful.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support group activities, including prep, setup, and follow-up.
• Assist with large group events and special programs.
• Monitor and document resident engagement during activities.
• Track attendance and maintain activity records.
• Provide transportation for residents using the community van, as needed.
• Help create a welcoming environment that encourages participation.

Skills

Customer service

Flexibility

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid

Microsoft Office

Web-based tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Come be part of Silver Birch of Avondale! We’re looking for an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to join our team. In this role, you’ll work closely with our Life Enrichment Coordinator to create engaging, meaningful, and fun experiences that bring joy, connection, and purpose to our residents’ days.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working at Silver Birch of Avondale

At Silver Birch Living, we believe in creating a place where both residents and team members can thrive. Under new management, we’re focused on building a supportive, welcoming culture where teamwork, creativity, and compassion are encouraged. Every role matters here, and we truly value the energy and heart our activities team brings to the community.

We also offer benefits that support your life both at work and at home:

• On Demand Pay – Access earned wages anytime
• Attendance Recognition Program – We recognize reliability and commitment
• Generous Paid Time Off – Time to rest and recharge
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Through BlueCross BlueShield
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
• Certified Great Place to Work – 2024 & 2025

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and support group activities, including preparation, set-up, clean-up, and follow-up
• Assist with large group events and special programs
• Monitor and document resident engagement during activities
• Track attendance and maintain activity records
• Provide transportation for residents using the community van, as needed
• Help create a fun, welcoming environment that encourages participation

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with seniors, including those with dementia
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Arizona Caregiver certification is helpful
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Excellent customer service skills and a friendly attitude
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varied hours
• Comfort using Microsoft Office and web-based tools

If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors, we’d love to hear from you.

Silver Birch Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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