Resident Lifestyle Assistant FT and PT available
About The Position
Cogir Senior Living is hiring a Resident Lifestyle Assistant, also known as an Activity Assistant, to support the Resident Lifestyle Director in designing, creating, initiating, facilitating, and coordinating daily life enrichment activities. The activities are intended to promote residents’ physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. Full-time and part-time positions are available. The assistant engages residents individually and in groups, leads or helps with a range of activities and outings, encourages participation, documents outcomes when required, and helps coordinate newsletters, trips, and special events. The role also includes reviewing goals and progress notes and assisting the Resident Lifestyle Director as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Working knowledge of computer systems, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work independently and follow scheduled plans.
- Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations and treat residents with respect and dignity.
- Friendly, assertive, professional, outgoing, multitasked, and organized.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Availability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- At least 6–12 months of relevant experience working with seniors and leading life enrichment activities is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Engage residents one-on-one and in small and large group settings.
- Lead or assist with social, religious, educational, indoor, and outdoor activities, exercise, and outings.
- Facilitate games, conversations, exercise classes, art and music activities, trips, and special events.
- Support coordination of the monthly newsletter.
- Encourage resident participation in activities and document outcomes when required.
- Review goals and progress notes.
- Assist with decorating for special events, holidays, and seasonal celebrations.
- Support coordination of external trips, including reservations, and ensure resident safety during outings.
- Assist the Resident Lifestyle Director as necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
- Early access to paycheck.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Free meals at work.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee referral program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
