Life Enrichment Assistant / Activities

Monarch Communities®; Shrewsbury (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in senior care is seeking a Part-time Activities Assistant in Shrewsbury, NJ. The role involves planning engaging activities, safely transporting residents, and maintaining a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and experience with seniors.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with generous match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• Basic first aid and CPR certification required.
• Experience with seniors or individuals with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Planning and leading recreational activities for residents.
• Safely operating a van for transportation.
• Maintaining clean activity areas and van.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Abilities

Patience

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Company Description

Brandywine The Sycamore by Monarch Communities: 5 Meridian Way Shrewsbury, NJ 07702

Company Culture and Values: At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Job Description

We are seeking a friendly and supportive Part-time Activities Assistant to join our team in Shrewsbury, NJ. This role involves working on Sundays and Mondays from 9:30AM to 5:30PM, and Fridays from 11:00AM to 7:00PM. Responsibilities include:

1. Planning, organizing, and leading engaging recreational activities for residents or program participants.
2. Safely operating a van to transport individuals to and from appointments, outings, and events.
3. Assisting with loading and unloading passengers, including those with mobility challenges.
4. Maintaining a clean and organized activities area and van.
5. Following all safety protocols during activities and transportation.
6. Collaborating with team members to create a positive environment.
7. Keeping accurate records of activities attendance and transportation logs.
8. Performing basic vehicle maintenance checks and reporting issues.
9. Assisting with setting up and cleaning up activity areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic first aid and CPR certification.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Physical fitness to assist with activities and mobility support.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Experience working with seniors or individuals with disabilities (preferred).
• Previous experience as a van driver or in a similar role (preferred).
• Knowledge of senior care or recreational activities (preferred).
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills for record-keeping and communication.

Additional Information

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401k with generous match.
• Life insurance, disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Supportive leadership team.
• Start-up culture.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Customer Service

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