Activity Assistant with The Residence at Chadds Ford

LCB Senior Living•Concord Township, PA

1d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

If you’ve been looking for a career that truly gives back… this might be it. LCB Senior Living is hiring a Full-Time Activity Assistant at The Residence at Chadds Ford. This role supports residents across our entire community including assisted and memory care living, creating meaningful experiences, building relationships, and bringing energy and joy to everyday life. If you enjoy connecting with people and want to be part of a supportive, fun, and compassionate team, we would love to meet you. Apply today for immediate consideration! What You’ll Do Help plan and lead engaging programs for residents in assisted living and memory care Support a wide variety of activities including wellness, social, educational, creative, and community events Build genuine, caring relationships with residents and families Encourage participation and help residents feel confident and connected Assist with outings, special events, and community partnerships Help with planning, and program organization Work both independently and as part of a close-knit team

Requirements

A positive, energetic, and compassionate person
Creativity and the ability to motivate others
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Comfort using basic computer and office software
A valid drivers license in the state of work is required with no more than two moving violations in a three year period as determined by our insurance broker.
Requires frequent bending, stretching, stooping and lifting.
Must be able to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs., and be able to carry objects.
Must be able to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand.
Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.
The ability to assist in the development and implementation of activities required.
The ability to create interest in the activities and motivate residents to participate daily is required.
Creativity and motivational skills necessary.
The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is essential.
Must be able to perform tasks and work independently.
Demonstrates computer literacy and familiarity with office software, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet, database managers presentation software and Calendar/Newsletter software

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred
Experience in activities, recreation, or working with older adults is a plus
Previous experience in the recreational therapy or related field preferred.
Gerontology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the Planning, developing, organizing, and implementation of all residence activities.
Develop suggestions and ideas for improving and expanding the Activities Program.
Maintains a professional, warm and caring relationship with residents and families.
Assist in arranging transportation and escorts for residents to and from outside and community activities.
Assist with maintaining and expanding Volunteer Programs.
Assist residents with maintaining and operating the residence store.
Assist with maintaining adequate supplies per department budget.
Assist residents to and from activities.
Assist with monthly newsletter and/or weekly calendar.
Attend required on-going in-service training sessions and orientation.
Driving residents in van as needed.
Perform dual tasks and work independently.