Memory Care Activity Specialist

Sapphire Health Services, LLC; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Birthday Pay

Job summary

Sapphire Health Services, LLC is seeking an Activity Assistant for McKenzie Manor in Eugene, Oregon. This role supports the activities team, delivers engaging programs, and helps create a vibrant memory care community for residents.

Weekend Day Shift, Part-time. You will plan and facilitate activities, support resident participation, assist with transportation, and document engagement to improve quality of life.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in activities, recreation, or working with seniors preferred.
• Creative, energetic, and compassionate approach to resident engagement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and implementation of daily activities, events, and programs.
• Lead or co-facilitate group and one-on-one activities (games, crafts, exercise, music, etc.).
• Encourage resident participation and build positive relationships.
• Escort residents to and from activities and assist with mobility as needed.
• Set up and clean up activity spaces, equipment, and supplies.
• Support special events, holiday celebrations, and community outings.
• Observe and report changes in resident mood, behavior, or participation to the Activity Coordinator or nursing staff.
• Help maintain an up-to-date activity calendar and communicate events to residents.
• Provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment during all activities.
• Assist with documenting resident participation and engagement.
• Support individualized activities for residents who prefer or require one-on-one interaction.
• Help organize and maintain activity supplies and storage areas.
• Participate in resident outings and assist with transportation as needed.
• Assist with volunteer activities and community involvement
• Incorporate resident preferences and feedback into activities.
• Support weekend, evening, or special programming as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Resident engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sapphire Health Services, LLC is seeking an Activity Assistant for McKenzie Manor in Eugene, Oregon. This role supports the activities team, delivers engaging programs, and helps create a vibrant memory care community for residents.

Weekend Day Shift, Part-time. You will plan and facilitate activities, support resident participation, assist with transportation, and document engagement to improve quality of life.