Activity Assistant

Discovery Senior Living; Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a Full Time Activity Assistant to enhance resident engagement through activities that cater to their physical, social, and emotional needs. This role involves planning events, coordinating activities, and working flexible hours to ensure a vibrant community experience.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Access to wages before payday

Flexible scheduling options

Paid time off and Holidays

Comprehensive benefit package

401(K) with employer matching

Paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Meals and uniforms

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in assisted living or long term care with memory care patients preferred.
• Proficient verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated creative ability.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and oversight of resident activities.
• Plan, schedule and conduct programs for residents.
• Attend all community planned functions and help coordinate events.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Motivation

Organization

Delegation

Consensus building

Creativity

Education

Associate's Degree in social work, recreation, sociology, psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6500 residents nationwide.

We offer rewarding career opportunities that include :

• Competitive wages
• Access to wages before payday
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meals and uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

Our community is looking for a Full Time Activity Assistant to join our team.

Activity Assistant Responsibilities :

• Assist in the development and oversight of resident activities.
• Plan, schedule and conduct programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for our residents in our community.
• Attend all community planned functions and help coordinate the event from beginning to end including set-up, running, and breaking down for the event.
• Assist in preparing and organizing a calendar of events.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours (evenings and every other weekend) for planned activity events.

Qualifications :

• Associate's Degree in social work, recreation, sociology, psychology or related field preferred
• One to three years experience in assisted living or long term care working with memory care patients preferred
• Proficient verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to encourage and motivate older adults.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated creative ability.
• Strong skills in organization, delegation and consensus building.

If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!