Resident Programs Activities Lead

Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House in Danville, VA is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Resident Programs team by planning and executing a variety of engaging activities that meet state requirements. You will help transport residents and assist the Program Director, contributing to daily social and physical events that enrich life in the community.

The role emphasizes teamwork, a warm welcome for residents and staff, and ongoing evaluation of activity quality.

Qualifications

• A high school degree, additional college experience preferred but not required.
• Experience in a senior living environment strongly preferred.
• Two years’ experience in activities strongly preferred.
• Strong computer skills and general healthcare knowledge.
• Must have a clear and insurable driving record, current drivers license and willingness to drive a passenger van.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Resident Program team with planning, developing, and preparing a variety of exercises, social, recreational and educational events.
• Conducts all transportation as well as medical transportation for residents.
• Maintains knowledge of communities, services, and events in the area and incorporates into activity schedule as appropriate.
• Establishes a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
• Promotes teamwork and positive attitude among the staff and monitors/attends activities with other disciplines as necessary.
• Continually evaluates the quality and consistency of activities for residents and makes adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Computer skills

Healthcare knowledge

Senior living experience

Activity planning

Driving

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House in Danville, VA is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Resident Programs team by planning and executing a variety of engaging activities that meet state requirements. You will help transport residents and assist the Program Director, contributing to daily social and physical events that enrich life in the community.

The role emphasizes teamwork, a warm welcome for residents and staff, and ongoing evaluation of activity quality.