Part Time Activities Assistant (AM)

Silverado; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Referral program

Pet Insurance

Auto and Home Insurance and Discount

Other amazing benefits

Job summary

Silverado Newport Mesa in California seeks a Part-Time Resident Engagement Assistant to lead daily activity programs and enrich residents’ lives in a memory care setting. You will help coordinate enrichment activities, support therapy sessions, and foster joy and participation among residents.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, strong English communication, reliable transportation, and a willingness to work with individuals with dementia.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Effective verbal and written English communication.
• Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Comfortable working around animals and pets.
• Willingness to work with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
• Previous experience with older adults or memory care preferred.
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Paid training and strong internal mobility

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Resident Engagement in planning and leading daily activity programs.
• Organize and facilitate memory enrichment activities for small groups.
• Encourage resident participation and celebrate their achievements.
• Prepare materials and conduct research for recreational programs.
• Support music and occupational therapy sessions.

Skills

Effective communication

English proficiency

Reliable transportation

Driver’s license

Animal-friendly

Dementia care willingness

Active physical work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join Silverado Newport Mesa, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We’re a certified Great Place to Work and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring an Resident Engagement (Activities) Assistant – a creative and compassionate team member who helps bring joy, engagement, and purpose to our residents’ daily lives. This role blends energy, empathy, and imagination to create meaningful moments through recreational programming.

Be a difference-maker with a memory care leader!

You lead with heart, creativity, and integrity. You’re dependable, enthusiastic, and thrive in a team-focused environment. You’re passionate about helping others live with dignity and joy.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assist the Director of Resident Engagement in planning and leading daily activity programs
• Organize and facilitate memory enrichment activities for small groups
• Encourage resident participation and celebrate their achievements
• Prepare materials and conduct research for recreational programs
• Support music and occupational therapy sessions

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or educational equivalent required
• Effective communicator in verbal and written English
• Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Comfortable working around animals and pets
• Willingness to work with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia
• Previous experience with older adults or memory care preferred
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Paid training and strong internal mobility

Schedule: Part Time, AM shift, Friday - Sunday

Anticipated pay range

$20 - $22 USD

Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. *

California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.

Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).

Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security

EOE/M/F/D/V