Weekend Activities Specialist

Employment Process Group • San Jose, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Weekend Activities Specialist, you will focus on one-on-one engagement and group activity coordination to enhance residents' quality of life through personalized, meaningful interactions. This role is designed to promote emotional well-being, cognitive stimulation, social connection, and active participation within the community. Working primarily on weekends, you will lead recreational and enrichment activities, encourage resident participation, maintain a safe and welcoming environment, and serve as a positive role model for residents and guests.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in recreation, education, camp, community center, senior living, healthcare, or similar environments.
• Familiarity with person-centered care approaches.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for improving the lives of older adults.
• Ability to motivate and engage individuals with varying levels of physical and cognitive ability.
• Ability to maintain professionalism when working with vulnerable populations.
• Successful completion of required criminal background checks, fingerprinting, and health screenings, including TB testing.

Nice To Haves

• Interest or experience in arts and crafts, exercise programming, event planning, or recreational activities is beneficial.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured recreational activities such as sports, arts and crafts, games, exercise programs, and field trips.
• Provide personalized one-on-one engagement with residents to support emotional and cognitive well-being.
• Encourage and motivate residents to participate in community activities and social events.
• Serve as a positive role model while fostering an inclusive, supportive atmosphere.
• Prepare activity areas, set up equipment, and organize materials for scheduled programs.
• Monitor participants to ensure safety and compliance with established protocols.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and follow community safety procedures.
• Coordinate activity schedules and communicate program details clearly to residents and caregivers.
• Maintain organized activity records and assist with planning future events.
• Support relationships with residents, family members, caregivers, and staff to ensure a positive community experience.
• Assist with managing designated activity supplies and purchasing needs as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation starting at $18.00+ based on experience.
• Consistent part-time weekend schedule: Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors and vulnerable community members.
• Mission-driven nonprofit environment focused on compassion and service.
• Supportive, family-oriented workplace culture.
• Opportunity to develop skills in recreation programming, resident engagement, and community services.
• Beautiful six-acre campus with extensive amenities and a collaborative team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED