Senior Living Activities Lead — Make Moments Matter

Shalom Gardens; Richmond (VA); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off

Flexible Daily Pay

Zusammenfassung

Shalom Gardens in Richmond, VA is seeking an energetic Activity Assistant to create meaningful daily experiences for our residents. You’ll help plan and lead engaging recreational activities, build relationships, and support residents’ social well-being.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, some coursework in recreation, and a passion for seniors. Prior activity planning or caregiving experience is a plus, and a friendly, collaborative spirit is essential.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Coursework in recreation or related field preferred.
• Completion of a state-approved activity training course preferred but not required.
• Previous experience working with seniors or in long-term care is a plus.
• Experience leading recreational activities, games, arts and crafts, educational programs, or community outings is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Assist with planning and leading engaging recreational and social activities.
• Facilitate games, arts and crafts, music, celebrations, educational programs, and group activities.
• Encourage residents to participate based on their interests and abilities.
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, themed activities, and community outings.
• Provide one-on-one activities and companionship for residents who may not participate in group programs.
• Help create a welcoming, positive, and energetic environment for residents.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and learn about their interests and preferences.
• Work with the Activities Director and interdisciplinary team to support residents' social and emotional well-being.
• Prepare activity spaces, supplies, decorations, and equipment.
• Support resident independence, dignity, choice, and quality of life.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Teamwork

Compassionate

Friendly

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Coursework in recreation/related field

State-approved activity training course

Jobbeschreibung

Shalom Gardens in Richmond, VA is seeking an energetic Activity Assistant to create meaningful daily experiences for our residents. You’ll help plan and lead engaging recreational activities, build relationships, and support residents’ social well-being.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, some coursework in recreation, and a passion for seniors. Prior activity planning or caregiving experience is a plus, and a friendly, collaborative spirit is essential.