Activity Assistant - Memory Care (Part Time)

Foundry Commercial • Fort Lauderdale, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Allegro Fort Lauderdale is seeking a warm, creative Memory Care Activity Assistant (Lifestyle Assistant) to support life enrichment programming in our Ensemble Care (Memory Care) neighborhood. This role involves creating meaningful connections with residents through engaging activities. The primary responsibility is to assist the Program Director Ensemble Care in providing a full-time social and activity program in the neighborhood(s) for all residents and families. This includes encouraging resident socialization, improving daily living skills, expanding personal interests, increasing physical activity and education, and making every effort to maintain and expand the lifestyle of all the residents.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in hotel or hospitality industry, ALF or senior living activities department, or school teaching or education (preferred)
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record (required)
• Warm, patient, and creative personality with a natural ability to connect with seniors
• Dependable and consistent
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or 21 to drive the company bus
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for the state where the vehicle is operated
• Must possess high energy/enthusiasm, decision making, problem solving, planning/organization, and rapport building skills
• Must have positive Criminal Background Screening
• Must have an acceptable Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) record; the record must be checked annually
• Adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy

Nice To Haves

• CDL license a perk, may be required at some locations

Responsibilities

• Lead and support engaging, person-centered activities for Memory Care residents
• Create meaningful daily moments — music, reminiscence, sensory experiences, crafts, and social engagement
• Build genuine relationships with residents, honoring their individual stories and abilities
• Support a warm, stimulating environment in our Ensemble Care neighborhood
• Assist with resident transportation and community outings as needed
• Be a consistent, caring presence residents and families count on every Tuesday and Thursday
• Assist the Program Director Ensemble Care in conducting and coordinating scheduled activities seven days a week for all the residents in the neighborhood(s)
• Assist in preparing the monthly Lifestyle calendar, posting the calendar, and distributing it to all residents
• Facilitate and support monthly resident council meetings and other meetings as directed by the Program Director Ensemble Care
• Assist the Program Director Ensemble Care in contacting appropriate community groups and volunteers to perform specific activities and to assist in the Lifestyle programs
• Assist in scheduling transportation for residents
• Be prepared to drive the property vehicles on an as needed basis
• Assessing residents’ social and lifestyle activity preferences
• Other job duties assigned

Benefits

• Allegro Living provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed