Activity Assistant

Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas • Manassas, VA

15h • $18 - $21

About The Position

The Activity Assistant supports the Resident Programs team in leading and carrying out resident programs. Programs should engage residents’ senses and provide purposeful daily social and physical events that meet state requirements. The assistant implements daily resident activities, provides transportation when needed—including medical transportation—and supports the Program Director as needed.

Requirements

• High school degree.
• Strong computer skills and general healthcare knowledge.
• Clear and insurable driving record, current driver’s license, and willingness to drive a passenger van.

Nice To Haves

• Additional college experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience in a senior living environment is strongly preferred.
• Two years’ experience in activities is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Program team with planning, developing, and preparing exercises and social, recreational, and educational events.
• Provide transportation for residents, including medical transportation.
• Maintain knowledge of local communities, services, and events, and incorporate them into the activity schedule as appropriate.
• Establish a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
• Promote teamwork and a positive attitude among staff, and monitor or attend activities with other disciplines as necessary.
• Evaluate the quality and consistency of resident activities and make adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.
• Support the Program Director as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

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