Program Assistant part-time

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An exclusive senior living destination in Southbury, CT. The heart of Monarch Communities is wellness. The belief that the built environment can transform lives by creating spaces that inspire our residents, staff, and guests to live healthier, stronger, and more fulfilling lives is the catalyst behind Monarch's architecture. In every aspect of our communities, Monarch prioritizes the health of our residents and staff by providing an environment specifically designed around wellness.

Monarch creates a place where residents and staff can be nourished in spirit, body, and mind.

The Program Assistant reports to the Program Director. This position is non-exempt, part-time hourly.

Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly

The Program Assistant is responsible for implementing assigned activities and programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents within the community. Assumes the responsibility to engage residents to participate in activities and programs each day.

• Assists with planning and implementing activities that meet the needs and interests of the residents
• Assists with creating resident histories and profiles with resident/family involvement
• Assumes responsibility for set‑up and clean‑up of daily activities scheduled
• Assists with creating a monthly social program calendar and distributes them to community personnel and residents
• Keeps residents engaged between planned social activities
• Drive the community vehicle for resident outings
• Participates in and attends all in‑service training as scheduled
• Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

• One to two years related experience in leading activities for the elderly
• High school diploma or higher education preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Willing to work flexible hours
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications
• Ability to drive the community vehicle for resident outings

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 25 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• On the job training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Parking
• Other Compensation Programs:
  Employee Referral Bonus, Resident Referral Bonus

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.