Activity Assistant - Memory Care

Allegro Senior Living•South Windsor, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Alto Evergreen Walk is seeking a creative, passionate Activity Assistant (Lifestyle Assistant) to support life enrichment programming in our Memory Care neighborhood. This is a role for someone who genuinely loves people, thinks outside the box, and understands that for residents living with Alzheimer's and dementia, a meaningful moment isn't just nice to have — it's everything. The primary responsibility of the Lifestyle Assistant is to assist the Lifestyle Director in providing a full-time social and activity program at the Community for all residents and families. Encouraging resident socialization, improving daily living skills, expanding personal interests, increasing physical activity and education. Making every effort to maintain and expand the lifestyle of all the residents.

Requirements

Valid driver's license and clean driving record — required
Must be 21+ to drive community vehicles
Creative, energetic, and genuinely passionate about working with seniors
High energy, strong people skills, and a natural ability to connect with Memory Care residents
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or 21 to drive the company bus.
Must possess a valid driver’s license or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) 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.
The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

1+ year of experience in senior living, activities, or a related field — preferred
CDL license a plus but not required
No certifications required — the right heart matters most
Minimum one (1) year of related experience at an independent living, assisted living, or senior nursing facility preferred.
Appropriate CDL license preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Activities & Wellness Director in planning and leading engaging daily programming for Memory Care residents
Help prepare and distribute the monthly activity calendar
Facilitate resident council meetings and support community engagement
Build genuine relationships with residents, honoring their individual stories and abilities
Coordinate volunteers and community groups to support programming
Transport residents on outings safely and responsibly
Assist the Lifestyle Director in conducting and coordinating scheduled activities seven days a week for all the residents at the Community.
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 resident meetings as directed by the Lifestyle Director.
Assist the Lifestyle Director 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 – see full job description.