Activity Assistant

Cogir Senior Living; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Paid vacation

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living at Sonoma Plaza seeks a Resident Lifestyle Assistant to design and coordinate daily life enrichment activities for active residents, supporting the Resident Lifestyle Director and promoting physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being.

The role requires 6–12 months of experience with seniors, basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook), and flexibility for weekends and holidays. Compensation includes benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience with seniors and leading life enrichment activities preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse residents.
• Proficient with basic computer tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Engage residents one-on-one and in group settings.
• Lead or assist with social, religious, educational, indoor/outdoor activities and outings.
• Assist in decorating for events and coordinating newsletters.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience with seniors

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

Job Type

Part-time

Description

At Cogir of Sonoma Plaza, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

What We Offer

• Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
• Early access to paycheck (Pay on Demand).
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• 401K with company match.
• Free meals at work.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

Position Summary

Our Resident Lifestyle Assistant (Activity Assistant) supports the Resident Lifestyle Director in designing, creating, initiating, facilitating, and coordinating various daily life enrichment activities for our active residents, aimed at promoting their physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage residents one-on-one and in small and large group settings.
• Lead or assist with group and one-on-one social, religious, educational, indoor, and outdoor activities, exercise, and outings.
• Facilitate games, conversations, exercise classes, art and music, trips, and special events.
• Support the coordination of the monthly newsletter.
• Encourage resident participation in activities and document outcomes when required.
• Review goals and progress notes.
• Assist in decorating for special events, holidays, and seasonal celebrations.
• Support the coordination of external trips, including reservations, and ensure resident safety during outings.
• Assist the Resident Lifestyle Director as necessary.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience, Competencies, And Skills

• At least 6-12 months of relevant experience working with seniors, leading life enrichment activities, is preferred.
• Working knowledge of various computer systems, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and follow scheduled plans.
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations and commitment to always treating our residents with respect and dignity.
• Friendly, assertive, professional, outgoing, multitasked, and organized.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Salary Description

$19.00 to $20.00 per hour