Activities Assistant Life Enhancement

Highgate Senior Living; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Vacation accrual

Paid sick time (CA)

Holiday pay

Parental & bereavement leave

Tuition reimbursement after 1 year

Employee Assistance Program

Referral bonuses up to $300

Growth opportunities

Highgate Together support

Job summary

Highgate Senior Living in Temecula, CA is seeking a Life Enhancement Specialist to implement engaging social programs for residents in assisted living and memory care. You’ll support group activities, events, and daily opportunities to learn, move, and connect.

The role emphasizes creativity, strong communication, and the ability to manage calendars and spaces with attention to safety and feedback. Compensation is $18.00–$20.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• 1+ years in customer service, events, or leading groups.
• Current negative TB test.
• Ability to pass required background screening.
• Valid driver’s license with a qualifying driving record.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate engaging activities for residents and encourage participation.
• Coordinate calendars, supplies, and spaces.
• Document attendance and collect resident feedback.
• Promote wellness through movement, mindfulness, and creativity.
• Support outings, celebrations, and intergenerational events.

Skills

Seniors engagement

Creative activities

Clear communication

Organized & detail-oriented

Team player

Job description

Life Enhancement Specialist | Highgate Senior Living – Temecula, CA

Compensation: $18.00–$20.00 per hour

LOVE YOUR WORK. JOIN OUR TEAM.

A community, not a facility. Highgate Senior Living takes a holistic, person-first approach and encourages independence. We treat residents and team members like family. This is your opportunity to support our mission and positively impact the lives of seniors and families.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Implement an engaging social program for residents in assisted living and memory care. You’ll support small and large group activities, events, and daily opportunities to learn, move, and connect.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Facilitate purposeful activities and encourage resident participation.
• Coordinate calendars, supplies, and community spaces.
• Document attendance and gather resident feedback.
• Promote wellness through movement, mindfulness, and creativity.
• Support outings, celebrations, and intergenerational events.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Confidence engaging with seniors one-on-one and in groups.
• Creativity to make activities inclusive and fun.
• Clear, persuasive communication and comfort using social media.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable.
• Team player who brings positive energy and follow-through.

RELATABLE EXPERIENCE

• Activities, recreation, events, or hospitality.
• Volunteer or paid roles serving seniors or vulnerable populations.
• Customer service roles involving multitasking and documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 18 years of age.
• One or more years of experience in customer service, events, or leading groups.
• Current negative TB test.
• Ability to pass required background screening.
• Valid driver’s license with a qualifying driving record.

WHY JOIN HIGHGATE

• For eligible full-time Team Members: medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• For eligible full-time Team Members: 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Vacation benefits for eligible full-time Team Members, with accrual increasing based on length of service.
• Paid sick time in accordance with California requirements.
• Holiday pay based on eligibility and applicable policy.
• Paid parental and bereavement leave for eligible full-time Team Members.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities after one year of employment, with prior approval.
• Confidential Team Member Assistance Program available from your first day.
• Team Member referral bonuses of up to $300 per successful referral, subject to program requirements.
• Growth pathways, internal advancement opportunities, and an inclusive, purpose-driven culture.
• Highgate Together support for Team Members in need.
• Part-time Team Members may also be eligible for certain employer-sponsored benefits based on plan eligibility.