Engaging Activity Assistant for Senior Living

Commonwealth Senior Living

Danville (VA)

On-site

USD 20,000 - 23,000

Full time

31 hours ago

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Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living in Danville, VA is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Resident Programs team in planning and delivering engaging activities for residents. You will assist with transportation and daily event execution, ensuring programs are safe, inclusive, and aligned with state requirements.

The role requires a high school diploma, driving eligibility, and strong computer/healthcare knowledge.

Qualifications

High school diploma required; college experience preferred.
Experience in a senior living environment strongly preferred.
Two years’ experience in activities strongly preferred.
Strong computer skills and general healthcare knowledge.
Must have a clear and insurable driving record, current driver’s license and willingness to drive a passenger van.

Responsibilities

Assists the Resident Program team with planning, developing, and preparing a variety of exercises, social, recreational and educational events.
Conducts all transportation as well as medical transportation for residents.
Maintains knowledge of communities, services, and events in the area and incorporates into activity schedule as appropriate.
Establishes a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
Promotes teamwork and positive attitude among the staff and monitors/attends activities with other disciplines as necessary.
Continually evaluates the quality and consistency of activities for residents and makes adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.
Other duties as assigned