Resident Activities & Engagement Specialist

Vista Springs; Michigan; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

401K

Paid time off

Advancement potential

Dental & Vision

Job summary

Vista Springs is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan and coordinate engaging daily activities for residents across our senior living communities. You will help maintain calendars, build relationships with residents and families, and support events that enhance quality of life.

The role commonly offers both part-time and full-time hours with minimal travel, emphasizing teamwork, communication, and dependable organization to ensure joyful, safe activities for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior work experience in activity/recreation in geriatric care.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling and implementing quality activities.
• Create and maintain relationships with residents and their families.
• Prepare activity calendars and update orientation boards.
• Assist with resident events, outings, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
• Work with volunteers and actively seek new volunteers.
• Encourage and motivate resident participation.
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Vista Springs is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan and coordinate engaging daily activities for residents across our senior living communities. You will help maintain calendars, build relationships with residents and families, and support events that enhance quality of life.

The role commonly offers both part-time and full-time hours with minimal travel, emphasizing teamwork, communication, and dependable organization to ensure joyful, safe activities for residents.