Activities Assistant Part Time

Community First Solutions; Kentucky; On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Employee recognition programs

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Community First Solutions seeks a kind-hearted Resident Lifestyle Assistant to join The Patterson team at a luxury assisted living and memory care community in Kentucky. AM/PM shifts and every other weekend are required, with a starting pay of $14.00/hour based on experience.

The Montage location offers on-site fitness centers, recognition programs, referral bonuses, and tuition reimbursement, plus opportunities for career growth through training and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Education: High Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year or less experience with activities for older adults.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and promotes activities to stimulate resident wellbeing.
• Instructs and supervises crafts for residents and groups.
• Complies with safety regulations and policies.
• Assists with events and planning activities.
• Encourages residents to participate in religious activities and educational programs.
• Maintains activity documentation and charting.
• Carries out evening and weekend duties.
• Prepares activity area, equipment, and supplies.
• Orders, maintains, and stores equipment and supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Flexibility

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

High Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Community First Solutions is seeking kind-hearted, mission-driven Resident Lifestyle Assistant to join The Patterson team - a beautiful, luxury assisted living and memory care community. Whether you're new to caregiving or have years of experience, we're here to support you every step of the way!

Schedules: AM/PM availability required and every other weekend.

Pay: Starting at $14.00/hour, based on years of experience

Location: The Montage

Why You'll Love Us

• Mission-Driven Culture: At Community First, we put people first—always. Our mission is to serve with excellence and care, helping others live their best lives while creating meaningful work for our team members.
• Competitive Pay & Meaningful Perks: We offer competitive pay based on licensure, plus night shift differentials to recognize your commitment. Enjoy access to on-site fitness centers, employee recognition programs that celebrate your impact, and referral bonuses that reward you for helping us grow our team.
• Career Growth Opportunities: From training and mentorship to tuition reimbursement, we invest in your professional development and long-term success.
• Thriving, Connected Locations: Community First is proud to serve Hamilton and surrounding communities, offering stability, growth, and the opportunity to make a real difference close to home.

Why We'll Love You

• You love working together and believe in the power of lifting each other up.
• You're excited about personal development and seeking a fulfilling career in a mission-focused environment.
• You take pride in your work and always strive to do your best.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and promotes a variety of activities both within and outside the facility to stimulate and promote resident interest, communication, and general wellbeing.
• Encourages hobbies, instructs and supervises craft activities among residents, in groups or individually, in recreational areas or in residents' rooms.
• Complies with safety regulations and policies.
• Assists with parties, provide games and encourages residents to assist in the planning, such as making table decorations, wrapping gifts, trimming room or area, and other similar activities.
• Encourages residents to participate in religious activities to fulfill their basic spiritual needs, through visits with local ministers, attendance at religious services whenever possible, spiritual reading material, and others.
• Encourages intellectual/educational development through literature, lectures, movies, cultural events, and other activities available in the community.
• Provides prompt and accurate response to staff, resident, and family inquiries for information while always honoring confidentiality.
• Must be familiar with OSHA Blood-borne Pathogen Standard and Company's Exposure Control policy.
• Assists the Director of Resident Lifestyle/Resident Lifestyle Coordinator with special events and functions.
• Supervises and transports residents during indoor and outdoor activities and community outings.
• Maintains resident activities documentation and charting as delegated by the Coordinator.
• Carries out evening and weekend functions.
• Prepares the activity area, equipment, and supplies.
• Orders, maintains, and storages equipment and supplies
• All other duties as assigned and/or appropriate to the position.

Qualifications

Education:High Diploma or GED

Licenses or other required certifications:

Experience:1 year or less experience in leading and assisting with a variety of activities and programs, preferably with older adults

Specialized knowledge, skills, or abilities:

• Computer literate and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communication skills in working with residents, employees, families, and the public
• Ability to be flexible, display dedication, sensitivity, patience, honesty, imagination, and resourcefulness
• Ability to multi-task and work in an environment of changing demands and frequent interruptions
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including some evenings and weekends
• Must be organized and detailed oriented
• Must have knowledge of safe operation of vehicles when transporting residents