Activity Assistant

Brandywine Senior Living; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Schedule

On the job training

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Free Parking

Job summary

Monarch/Brandywine Senior Living in Paramus, NJ is hiring a Part-Time Activity Assistant to implement activities and programs for residents. You will help engage residents daily, and support the planning, setup, and execution of a calendar of social activities.

The role requires weekend availability, a high school diploma (or higher), and comfortable use of Microsoft Office. Valid driver’s license is preferred for resident outings, with a focus on compassionate, engaging interactions.

Qualifications

• Experience with seniors and/or leading activities preferred.
• Able to work at least one weekend day.
• High school diploma or higher education preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel).
• Ability to drive the community vehicle for resident outings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and implementing activities meeting residents' needs and interests.
• Create resident histories and profiles with resident/family involvement.
• Set up and clean up daily activities.
• Create and distribute monthly social program calendars.
• Keep residents engaged between planned activities.
• Drive the community vehicle for resident outings.
• Attend in-service trainings as scheduled.
• Ensure compliance with laws and community policies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Driving community vehicle

Flexible hours

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or higher

Job description

Company Description

Monarch/Brandywine Senior Living

Company Culture and Values:

At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Job Description

Position:

Activity Assistant- Part Time

Location:

567 Paramus Road, Paramus NJ 07652

Hourly Rate:

$18.00

Job Overview

The Program Assistant is responsible for implementing assigned activities and programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents within the community. Assumes the responsibility to engage residents to participate in activities and programs each day.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assists with planning and implementing activities that meet the needs and interests of the residents
• Assists with creating resident histories and profiles with resident/family involvement
• Assumes responsibility for set-up and clean-up of daily activities scheduled
• Assists with creating a monthly social program calendar and distributes them to community personnel and residents
• Keeps residents engaged between planned social activities
• Drive the community vehicle for resident outings
• Participates in and attends all in-service training as scheduled
• Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience with seniors and/or leading activities preferred
• Able to work at least one weekend day
• High school diploma or higher education preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Willing to work flexible hours
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications
• Ability to drive the community vehicle for resident outings

Physical Abilities

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 25 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

Benefits Offered (for Part-Time Employees):

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• On the job training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Parking

Other Compensation Programs:

• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.