Activities Assistant - PT (E/O Weekend w/ Holiday Rotation)

Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living; Crosslake (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Management is seeking an Activities Assistant for the Whitefish at the Lakes Community to plan and lead programs supporting residents’ physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual well-being.

This hands-on role involves coordinating events, driving residents to outings, and working with staff to create engaging calendars. It is a weekday–weekend position with periodic holiday rotations and a focus on compassionate, resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; some college or relevant training preferred.
• Experience planning and running activities, preferably in a senior living setting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfort working with older adults and understanding their interests and needs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar software.
• MN Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement required
• Friendly, compassionate, and enthusiastic approach to resident engagement

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement a variety of resident activities, events, trips, and celebrations
• Encourage resident participation and create opportunities for them to share their talents and interests
• Plan special programs around holidays and other meaningful occasions
• Communicate and collaborate with staff across departments to coordinate events
• Prepare a monthly activity calendar and community newsletter
• Drive residents to scheduled outings, appointments, and errands in the community van/bus
• Coordinate transportation needs and maintain activity schedules
• Maintain a positive, welcoming environment and foster strong resident relationships

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Resident engagement

Education

High school diploma

Some college or relevant training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview:

Cornerstone Management oversees multiple Assisted Living communities dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for seniors. Our mission is to foster safe, engaging, and person-centered environments where residents can thrive while preserving their independence and dignity.

Job Summary:

8:00am-4:30pm - Every Other Weekend with Holiday Rotation

Cornerstone Management is seeking a creative, energetic, and resident-focused Activities Assistant at our Whitefish at the Lakes Community to help plan and lead engaging programs that support the physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual well-being of our senior living community. This is a hands-on, people-centered role with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Key Responsibilities - Work with Activity Director to:

• Develop, coordinate, and implement a variety of resident activities, events, trips, and celebrations
• Encourage resident participation and create opportunities for them to share their talents and interests
• Plan special programs around holidays and other meaningful occasions
• Communicate and collaborate with staff across departments to coordinate events
• Prepare a monthly activity calendar and community newsletter
• Drive residents to scheduled outings, appointments, and errands in the community van/bus
• Coordinate transportation needs and maintain activity schedules
• Maintain a positive, welcoming environment and foster strong resident relationships

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; some college or relevant training preferred
• Previous experience planning and running activities, preferably in a senior living setting
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Comfort working with older adults and understanding their interests and needs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar software
• MN Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement required
• Friendly, compassionate, and enthusiastic approach to resident engagement

Cornerstone Management is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.