Engagement Specialist, Senior Living Activities

The Arbors and The Ivy Assisted Living Communities; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Health & Dependent Care FSA

Paid Holidays/Floating Holiday

Pet Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Retirement Account Assistance

Employee Appreciation Programs

Job summary

Arbors/Ivy Assisted Living Community seeks an Activity Assistant to engage residents in activities, escort them, and create an inviting environment where everyone feels comfortable participating. You will support a range of programs and provide meaningful 1:1 visits to residents preferring quieter engagement.

Role requires compassionate, dependable team members who can drive the community van, follow RMV requirements, and help monitor engagement levels for insights shared with the Activity

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1 year experience working with elders (home care, assisted living, or skilled nursing)
• Dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented
• Must meet Registry of Motor Vehicle requirements

Responsibilities

• Engage, escort, and motivate residents to attend activities
• Create a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels safe to participate
• Provide meaningful 1:1 visit for residents who prefer quieter engagement
• Support programs including arts, music, exercise, games, spiritual gatherings, lectures, and outings
• Assist residents respectfully and with dignity during activities
• Drive the community van for trips and excursions (must meet RMV requirements)
• Observe engagement levels and communicate insights to the Activity Director
• Support a culture of teamwork and collective ownership

Skills

Compassionate

Team-oriented

Positive attitude

Flexible

Education

Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent experience

Job description

Arbors/Ivy Assisted Living Community seeks an Activity Assistant to engage residents in activities, escort them, and create an inviting environment where everyone feels comfortable participating. You will support a range of programs and provide meaningful 1:1 visits to residents preferring quieter engagement.

Role requires compassionate, dependable team members who can drive the community van, follow RMV requirements, and help monitor engagement levels for insights shared with the Activity