Activity Assistant

Life Care Services • Sun City Center, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Activities Assistant - Full Time @ $17 per hour. Are you energetic, creative, and comfortable taking the lead? Do you enjoy bringing people together, planning engaging events, and creating meaningful experiences? We're looking for an enthusiastic, hands-on Activities Assistant to help deliver exceptional lifestyle programming for residents in our Independent Living. This is a great opportunity for someone who is outgoing, flexible, and excited to make a difference every day. Freedom Plaza is a premier retirement community located in the heart of Sun City Center, offering an exceptional lifestyle for residents and an outstanding workplace for team members. Here, you'll have a front-row seat to the incredible life stories and experiences of some of the wisest people on earth while enjoying the unique setting of our upscale community, complete with the Freedom Fairways Golf Course and Tennis Club. More than just a workplace, Freedom Plaza is part of an extraordinary company committed to the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just take a job—be part of an extraordinary life!

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to follow written instructions and document participation as needed.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Kind, reliable, compassionate, and enthusiastic.
• Excellent resource management and computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Has a positive attitude and high energy.
• Is confident and competent leading groups and speaking in front of residents.
• Is flexible and willing to help wherever needed to ensure programs are successful.
• Enjoys building relationships and engaging with older adults.
• Can work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Is dependable, organized, and committed to providing excellent resident experiences.
• Previous experience in recreation, activities, hospitality, customer service, education, event planning, performing arts, or senior living is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with engaging activities, events, classes, outings, and special programs.
• Encourage resident participation and help create a welcoming, fun, and active community atmosphere.
• Assist with planning, setup, execution, and cleanup of programs and events.
• Accompany and assist with community outings and excursions.
• Maintain activity calendars and program records.
• Support a vibrant lifestyle program that promotes social connection, wellness, lifelong learning, and enjoyment.

Benefits

• Employee Gift Fund
• Employee Helping Hands Program
• Employee Referral Program with bonus opportunities
• Scholarship opportunities to support career growth
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Paid Training
• DailyPay – access your earnings the same day you work
• Beautiful Golf Course and Tennis Club, upscale community
• Team Member Recognition & Appreciation Programs
• Friendly, supportive team environment
• Positive culture focused on safety and well‑being
• The BEST residents
• Clean and well‑maintained upscale retirement community
• Independent working environment
• Medical (4 plan options including two HDHP options and two PPO options)
• Dental (3 options: Low, Medium and High Plan)
• Vision (2 options: Low and High Plan)
• Short‑term disability (2 options) & Long‑term disability
• Life insurance with optional increased coverage
• Supplemental insurance: Accident (2 choices), Hospital Indemnity (2 choices), Critical Illness (2 choices)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company match!
• Identity theft protection
• Pet insurance
• Legal support
• Travel protection
• Virtual medical and mental health visits
• Virtual physical therapy
• CVS Health discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED