Activities Assistant | Full Time

PRMC Operations LLC; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits

Training, Development & Career Ladder

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Roanoke, VA is seeking a Life Enrichment Activities Assistant to support the Life Enrichment Director in designing, implementing a wide range of meaningful recreational and educational programs for Independent Living and Assisted Living residents.

You will help plan a monthly calendar, coordinate supplies and events, recruit volunteers, organize transportation, and promote programs to residents and families, contributing to high satisfaction and a supportive, engaging

Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or experience; entry level with 1-3 years preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexible, 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with designing, planning, and implementing a monthly activity program.
• Lead 6-7 high quality programs per day.
• Coordinate with the program team to plan calendars, events, and outings.
• Develop relationships with residents and families to promote participation.
• Promote programs by posting daily notices and posters as required.
• Assist in organizing, maintaining, and staging programming areas and supplies.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Flexibility

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

4414 Pheasant Ridge Road, Roanoke, Virginia 24014 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.

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.

Pay Ranges: $15/hr - $15.45/hr

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling

Harmony Senior Services is a certified Great Place To Work and one of the country’s fastest growing companies in the luxury senior living industry offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 45+ locations across the United States. Harmony Senior Services was founded on the belief that people deserve access to high quality senior living options. It is our honor to provide each resident, family member, and associate with the same care, compassion, and respect we would for our own family. We are a family serving families. Our team members are the foundation of the Harmony family, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We are passionate about serving our residents and their families while fostering a meaningful and fulfilling workplace for our team. Begin your journey with Harmony Senior Services and join one of the leaders in the senior living industry today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.