Memory Care Activities Assistant

SilverCrest; Richfield (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

401k (eligible to contribute after 30

Health Savings Account

Short- and long-term disability

Voluntary life and AD&D

Critical illness and accident保险

Job summary

Village Shores in Richfield, MN, part of SilverCrest Senior Living, seeks a Memory Care Activities Assistant to plan and lead engaging programs in our Reflections neighborhood. Help residents smile, reminisce, and participate in activities that honor memory care needs.

This full-time day role values creativity, empathy, and teamwork. A year of activity programming or caregiving, dementia knowledge, and strong communication help you shine.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in activity programming or caregiving.
• Working knowledge of dementia and memory care.
• Positive, patient, and creative approach to engaging residents.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work well in a team.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and evaluate a full calendar of programs in Reflections neighborhood.
• Adapt activities to residents’ abilities and life stories so involvement is meaningful.
• Notice what’s working and bring fresh ideas to keep programs creative and engaging.
• Build warm relationships with residents, families, care staff, and community partners.
• Help create activity calendars, newsletters, and family communications.
• Stay informed about community programs and procedures so you can answer questions and help families feel connected.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Initiative

Creativity

Dementia knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Memory Care Activities Assistant
$23.00 - $29.00/hour | Full-Time Days
Village Shores, Richfield, MN | A Silvercrest Senior Living Community

Bring joy, creativity, and connection to every day.

At Village Shores, our Reflections Memory Care neighborhood is a place where every day holds a chance for a smile, a song, or a spark of memory. We’re looking for an energetic, creative Memory Care Activities Assistant to help us plan and lead the programs that make that happen.

If you love bringing people together, can turn an ordinary afternoon into something special, and have a heart for seniors living with dementia, we’d love to meet you.

A Day in the Life Might Include:

• Leading a sing-along of favorite songs from the ’50s and ’60s
• Guiding a hands-on art, baking, or gardening project
• Hosting reminiscence groups that spark stories and conversation
• Running gentle exercise, chair yoga, or movement activities
• Creating calming sensory experiences for residents who need a quieter moment
• Celebrating birthdays, holidays, and themed events with residents and families
• Sharing one-on-one time with residents who prefer smaller interactions

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with the Program Director to plan, lead, and evaluate a full calendar of engaging programs in our Reflections neighborhood
• Adapt activities to each resident’s abilities, interests, and life story so everyone can take part in a way that feels meaningful
• Notice what’s working (and what isn’t) and bring fresh ideas to keep programs creative and engaging
• Build warm relationships with residents, families, care staff, and community partners
• Help create activity calendars, newsletters, and family communications
• Stay informed about community programs and procedures so you can answer questions and help families feel connected

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Meaningful Work: See the difference you make every day in residents’ smiles and moments of connection
• Creative Freedom: Bring your own ideas, talents, and hobbies to our programming
• Competitive Pay: $23 - $29/hour, with credit given for experience
• Steady Schedule: Full-time days, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with rotating weekends (required)
• Supportive Team: We care about your wellness as much as our residents’

What You’ll Bring:

• At least 1 year of experience in activity programming (memory care preferred) or as a caregiver
• Working knowledge of dementia and other memory care diagnoses, plus documented Alzheimer’s and dementia training
• A positive, patient, and creative approach to engaging residents
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• The ability to take initiative independently and work well as part of a team
• The physical, mental, and emotional energy to keep residents active and engaged
• High school diploma or GED

Benefits Available to You:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• 401k (eligible to contribute after 30 days)
• Health Savings Account
• Nice Healthcare (virtual and in-home visits)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Voluntary life and AD&D
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Legal Shield
• LifeLock ID Theft with Norton Cyber Security
• Pet insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.