Lifestyle Assistant

Dial Silvercrest Corp•Deer Park, IL

About The Position

The Lifestyle Assistant works with the lifestyle team to create unique resident experiences that promote a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging community. The role involves assisting with and leading activities across a range of categories, building relationships with residents, tracking engagement, and helping coordinate events and outings. The assistant also supports community social media, collaborates with other departments, and may drive the company vehicle for resident activities and appointments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Basic computer skills and ability to use the Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to assist residents with mobility and stand for extended periods.
Ability to promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in activities, recreation, or senior living.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Experience working with memory care or seniors with dementia.
Enjoyment in working with older adults.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, implementing, and leading physical, social, recreational, intellectual or educational, creative, entertainment, religious, service or volunteer, and resident-requested activities.
Lead group activities, encourage resident participation, and build positive relationships.
Document resident engagement each day in LifeLoop and track data to observe engagement trends.
Help coordinate community outings, events, and special celebrations, and assist as a chaperone.
Become acquainted with residents and their activity preferences, and promote activities in ways that interest them.
Assist with decorating the facility for special events, seasons, and holidays.
Invite or remind residents to participate in planned activities and assist them to and from activities.
Support social media content creation and posting for the community.
Drive the company vehicle for resident activities and appointments as needed.
Collaborate with other departments to enhance resident experiences.
Identify and requisition supplies needed for planned activities.
Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day they occur.
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, community operations, and personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.