Activities Assistant(FT)

Amavida at Lakes Park•Cupertino, CA

24d•$23 - $28

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Assistant assists with planning and implementing a diverse range of programs to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of residents in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing. The role plans and coordinates recreation and wellness activities based on residents’ individual needs and interests, and supports resident engagement through calendars, events, displays, documentation, and coordination with other departments. This is a full-time position requiring availability to work weekends and holidays. The hourly wage is $22.62–$28.21.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.
Six months of experience working with seniors in activities or life enrichment preferred.

Responsibilities

Review residents’ activity needs and plan recreation programs based on individual needs and interests.
Coordinate and provide recreation activities related to the eight dimensions of wellness.
Be aware of residents’ medical records, including dietary needs, allergies, and alcohol limitations.
Assist with purchasing and inventorying supplies and equipment; inspect recreation equipment for repair, maintenance, and cleanliness needs.
Direct volunteer activities, enlist volunteer support, coordinate efforts, and provide volunteer training and supervision.
Maintain accurate documentation of residents’ progress and attendance at programs.
Coordinate activity services with other departments.
Attend assigned in-service training and education sessions.
Perform work duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
Assist with preparing and distributing the monthly calendar.
Help maintain the cleanliness of program locations.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, requirements, and guidelines.
Develop and facilitate the monthly calendar in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines.
Coordinate events with Dining Services and other coordinators as needed.
Facilitate daily activity displays on the resident engagement portal.
Process and submit monthly expenses and data.
Handle invoicing for entertainers and pastor services.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; HSA and FSA options.
Life and disability coverage, basic and voluntary.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, identity and fraud protection, and pet insurance.
Competitive benefits and 401(k) with company match.
Referral bonus program, up to $500 per referral.
Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and bereavement leave.
Employee assistance program.
Safe and clean work environment.
Birthday celebrations, service tenure awards, and monthly employee engagement activities.
Career advancement opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Warm, engaging, mission-driven workplace.