Activities Assistant - Life Enrichment Assistant

Foundry Commercial; Charlottesville, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day Pay through Dayforce Wallet

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (FT

401(k) Retirement Plan with Immediate

Supplemental Insurance (Life, Short/LT

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Growth & Advancement Opportunities

Supportive, team-focused leadership

Job summary

Spring Arbor Senior Living in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a part-time Activities Assistant / Life Enrichment Assistant. You’ll plan and lead engaging programs for residents, including social events, games, fitness, music, crafts, and special events, while building relationships and encouraging participation.

The role supports the Lifestyle Director and involves assisting with calendars, transportation coordination, and community meetings.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or 21 to drive the company bus.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license or CDL for the state where the vehicle is operated.
• Must have high energy/enthusiasm, decision making, problem solving, planning/organization, and rapport building skills.
• Must have positive Criminal Background Screening and an acceptable DMV record; the record will be checked annually.
• The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lifestyle Director in conducting and coordinating scheduled activities seven days a week for all the residents at the Community.
• Assist in preparing the monthly Lifestyle calendar, posting the calendar, and distributing it to all residents.
• Facilitate and support monthly resident council meetings and other resident meetings as directed by the Lifestyle Director.
• Assist the Lifestyle Director in contacting appropriate community groups and volunteers to perform specific activities and to assist in the Lifestyle programs.
• Assist in scheduling transportation for residents.
• Be prepared to drive the property vehicles on an as needed basis.
• Assessing residents’ social and lifestyle activity preferences.
• Other job duties assigned – see full job description.

Skills

Driver's license

CDL (preferred)

High energy

Decision making

Problem solving

Planning/organization

Rapport building

Criminal background check

DMV record check

Drug-free workplace policy

Job description

Activities Assistant / Life Enrichment Assistant

Rosewood Village – Greenbrier 500 Greenbrier Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22901 Now under NEW Management by Spring Arbor Senior Living

Competitive Pay $17.00/hr - $19.00/hr(based on experience) Same Day Pay available through Dayforce Wallet

Position & Schedule

Part -Time | Activities Assistant Daytime Schedule Every Other Weekend Required

Rosewood Village – Greenbrier is hiring a creative and energetic Activities Assistant / Life Enrichment Assistant to support our Assisted Living community. If you’re searching for an activities assistant job in Charlottesville, life enrichment assistant position, recreation assistant role, senior living activities job, activity aide opportunity, or assisted living programming role, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

As an Activities Assistant, you’ll help plan and lead engaging programs including social events, games, fitness activities, music, crafts, and special community events. You’ll build positive relationships with residents, encourage participation, and help create a vibrant, welcoming environment where residents feel connected and valued.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in senior living activities, recreation therapy, event planning, hospitality, education, childcare, or community programming who enjoy working with older adults and bringing energy and creativity to their work.

Spring Arbor Benefits

• Same Day Pay through Dayforce Wallet
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (FT eligible)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Immediate Vesting
• Supplemental Insurance (Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability)
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Supportive, team-focused leadership

At Rosewood Village – Greenbrier, this isn’t just an activities job — it’s an opportunity to bring joy, connection, and purpose to the residents we serve.

The primary responsibility of the Lifestyle Assistant is to assist the Lifestyle Director in providing a full-time social and activity program at the Community for all residents and families. Encouraging resident socialization, improving daily living skills, expanding personal interests, increasing physical activity and education. Making every effort to maintain and expand the lifestyle of all the residents.

Areas of Responsibility

• Assist the Lifestyle Director in conducting and coordinating scheduled activities seven days a week for all the residents at the Community.
• Assist in preparing the monthly Lifestyle calendar, posting the calendar, and distributing it to all residents.
• Facilitate and support monthly resident council meetings and other resident meetings as directed by the Lifestyle Director.
• Assist the Lifestyle Director in contacting appropriate community groups and volunteers to perform specific activities and to assist in the Lifestyle programs.
• Assist in scheduling transportation for residents.
• Be prepared to drive the property vehicles on an as needed basis.
• Assessing residents’ social and lifestyle activity preferences.
• Other job duties assigned – see full job description.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or 21 to drive the company bus.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for the state where the vehicle is operated.
• Must possess high energy/enthusiasm, decision making, problem solving, planning/organization, and rapport building skills.
• Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
• Must have an acceptable Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) record; the record must be checked annually.
• The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year of related experience at an independent living, assisted living, or senior nursing facility preferred.
• Appropriate CDL license preferred.