Activities Assistant, Memory Care

Carlton Senior Living; Pleasant Hill (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Raises twice a year

Anniversary Bonus

Immediate Pay

Fitness/Education Reimbursement

Complimentary employee meals

Opportunity for additional pay increases

Holiday pay

Sick/Vacation Time

Medical, Dental, Vision… and more!

Job summary

A senior living community in Pleasant Hill is seeking an Activities Assistant to engage residents in daily activities that promote health and well-being. Responsibilities include leading group sessions, providing hands-on support in various activities, and fostering a welcoming atmosphere. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, creativity, and a passion for working with older adults. Competitive pay, benefits, and career advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old as per Title 22 requirements.
• Experience working with older adults or vulnerable populations is preferred.
• Must be computer literate for communication, scheduling, and activity planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with group and individual activities for residents.
• Provide support during games, education programs, and social events.
• Create a welcoming environment to encourage resident participation.
• Assist with activity setup and cleanup, ensuring safety for residents.
• Support safety protocols and emergency plans.
• Foster collaboration with residents, families, and team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Creativity

Adaptability

Experience with older adults

Tools

Basic graphic design software

Scheduling software

Job description

Career Opportunities with Carlton Senior Living

At Carlton, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults by offering personalized care and fostering a warm and supportive environment. We know it takes a special group of individuals to help our residents live their lives to the fullest, surrounded by love, kindness, and care. We believe happy employees ensure happy residents. With attractive benefits, hands‑on training, and opportunities for career advancement, we take great pride in recruiting people who embrace and embody our unique “culture of caring.”

Join our exceptional team at Carlton Senior Living as our Activities Assistant!

Why work with us:

• Raises twice a year
• Anniversary Bonus
• Immediate Pay
• Fitness/Education Reimbursement
• Complimentary employee meals
• Opportunity for additional pay increases (referrals, mentors, etc)
• Holiday pay
• Sick/Vacation Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision… and more!

What We Are Hiring For: Tuesday to Saturday , 9am to 5pm

Pay Range: 17,00 - 18,00

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and assist with group and one‑on‑one activities designed to engage residents in all GEM States (Teepa Snow's model) with exciting opportunities to stimulate the mind, promote health, and enrich the soul each day.
• Provide hands‑on support during games, education programs, music sessions, art activities, social events, excursions, and more.
• Promote resident participation by creating a welcoming and encouraging environment.
• Assist with setting up and cleaning up activity spaces, ensuring safety and accessibility for all residents.
• May assist our residents with activities of daily living that can include dressing, escorting, transfer assistance, and meal assistance.
• Support safety protocols, emergency plans, and elopement prevention practices.
• Foster a warm, collaborative atmosphere with residents, families, and team members.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years or older, per Title 22 requirements
• Experience working with older adults or other vulnerable populations.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care and Gem States.
• Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic personality with strong communication skills.
• Creativity and adaptability in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Must be computer literate for communication, scheduling, ordering, tracking, basic graphic design, and activities and outing research.