Independent Living Activities Assistant (LSSL)

Civitas Senior Living LLC; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work environment

Great workplace culture

Community-focused team

Job summary

A community-focused senior living provider in Texas is seeking an Independent Living Activities Assistant to enhance resident quality of life through engaging activities. This role involves leading weekend programming, fostering resident connections, and assisting with outings. Ideal candidates should have strong facilitation and communication skills. Join a team where your work has meaningful impact!

Qualifications

• Experience in facilitating engaging activities for residents.
• Proficient in communication and building relationships with residents.
• Ability to drive a community bus and assist with outings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary activities team member on weekends.
• Facilitate scheduled programming to enhance resident connections.
• Support the IL Director during offsite activities.

Skills

Activity facilitation

Resident engagement

Communication skills

Event planning

Job description

The 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.

This position provides primary programming leadership on weekends and weekday coverage to ensure consistent activities are offered seven days per week. The Activities Assistant is instrumental in supporting parallel programming, event execution, and daily engagement while the Activities Director is leading outings, day trips, and higher-level program development.

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
• 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

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

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