Weekend Independent Living Activities Assistant (LSSL)

Civitas Senior Living; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture

Screening as part of employment

Job summary

A senior living community in Dripping Springs, TX, is seeking an Independent Living Activities Assistant to support vibrant resident programs that enhance quality of life. The role includes facilitating activities, driving residents on outings, and assisting with event planning and execution. Strong communication skills and a commitment to building positive relationships with residents are essential. The position is hourly and non-exempt, and new hires must complete a screening process as required by state regulations.

Qualifications

• Ability to foster relationships with residents and encourage participation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Experience in event planning and resident engagement activities is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate activities and engagement programs on weekends.
• Cover activities when the IL Director is offsite.
• Drive the community bus for resident outings.
• Assist in planning and executing community events.
• Communicate resident feedback to the Director.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Event planning

Resident engagement

Job description

Summary

Independent Living Activities Assistant supports the Independent Living Activities Director in delivering a vibrant, resident-centered life enrichment program that enhances quality of life through social connection, wellness, creativity, and meaningful engagement.

Community: Ledgestone
Address: Dripping Springs, TX

Pay Status

HOURLY, NON-EXEMPT

Duties and Responsibilities

The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive, and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor.

Activity Facilitation & Weekend Leadership

• Serve as the primary activities team member on Saturdays and Sundays
• Facilitate scheduled programming with excellence
• Encourage participation, connection, and resident joy
• Encourage attendance for each activity to be noted in software (Sagely)

Weekday Support & Director Coverage

• Cover on-site activities while the IL Director is offsite on outings
• Run parallel activities reflecting varied resident interests
• Support balanced programming across physical, social, creative, and intellectual domains
• Support AD as needed with digital TV updates and newsletter creation

Outings & Transportation Assistance

• Drive the community bus and accompany residents on outings
• Assist with preparation, execution, and follow-up for excursions

Event Preparation & Community Experience Support

• Assist with planning, setup, décor, and execution of events
• Support themed socials, celebrations, and performances
• Maintain welcoming, event-ready common spaces

Resident Engagement & Connection

• Build positive relationships with residents
• Foster inclusivity and belonging across offerings
• Support new resident integration into community life

Communication & Program Support

• Communicate resident feedback and participation trends to the Director
• Assist with Sagely updates, documentation, and photo sharing
• Support storytelling and marketing collaboration as needed
• Assist with Viva Engage photo sharing of events and activities

Additional Support Duties

• Set up, lead, and clean up after activities
• Maintain an organized and safe programming environment
• Complete other duties as assigned

Civitas Senior Living - A Certified™ Great Place to Work!

As a condition of employment at a Civitas Senior Living community, all new hires will be asked to complete a screening process as required by state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of this process. Residency within the State that this Community/Location operates in is a condition of employment.