Resident Program Assistant
About The Position
The Resident Program Assistant supports the Program Director in leading and carrying out Resident Programs in “Sweet Memories” and Assisted Living, helping residents remain engaged, healthy, and active. The role supports the Resident Care team in creating a safe, holistic, engaged, and social environment and carries out assigned tasks to meet Resident Programs standards. The position assists with planning and preparing physical, social, recreational, and educational events; transportation and outings; preparation of the community monthly calendar; and digital documentation of resident attendance. The assistant maintains awareness of local communities, services, and events for possible inclusion in the activity schedule, fosters a warm and welcoming atmosphere, promotes teamwork, and evaluates activity quality and consistency. The role also includes other duties as assigned and serving as a Culture Ambassador by modeling and reinforcing the company’s core values. This is a full-time position with shifts Monday through Friday, including rotating weekends. Pay is $17.00–$20.00 per hour. Full-time associates are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life insurance; short- and long-term disability options; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; paid time off; an employee assistance program; and additional voluntary benefits.
Requirements
- Thorough knowledge of residents’ social and psychological needs.
- Ability to work without close supervision and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to prioritize and use good time-management and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver’s license, with no major violations within the past three years.
- Clean driving record, eligibility under the company driving policy, and ability to safely operate a large passenger van.
- Working knowledge of and ability to use technology effectively.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including extended periods on one’s feet and potentially lifting more than 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Education or training in a health care field, or certification as an activity professional by a recognized accrediting body.
- Experience working with seniors and people with memory loss.
- Two years of experience in activity planning for seniors.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Program Director with planning, developing, and preparing physical, social, recreational, and educational events.
- Assist with transportation and resident outings.
- Assist in producing the community monthly calendar.
- Maintain documentation and resident attendance through digital programs.
- Maintain knowledge of communities, services, and events in the area 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 associates.
- Evaluate the quality and consistency of resident activities and suggest adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.
- Operate a large passenger van safely and meet the company driving policy requirements.
- Model the company’s core values and ensure personnel exemplify those values.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
