Activities Assistant Part time & PRN

Activities Assistant – Senior Living

Apply for the Activities Assistant role at Viva Senior Living
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Location:

Stafford, VA.

The Activity Assistant supports the Program Director in leading and executing the Activity program for the community, carrying out a specific set of tasks to fulfill the standards of the Activity program and working closely with the Program Director.

• Two years of college in a healthcare field or an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
• Experience in a senior housing environment strongly preferred.
• Two years’ experience in recreation preferred.
• Strong computer skills and general healthcare knowledge.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Prefer CDL Driver’s License, or the ability/willingness to obtain CDL.
• Ability to work effectively with technology and maintain or assist in maintaining our SMILE family engagement/calendar creator platform.

• Assists the Program Director with planning, developing, and preparing a variety of exercise, social, recreational, and educational events.
• Arranges medical transportation for residents.
• Assists with the production of the community monthly calendar newsletter.
• Assists with the move‑in process by providing information and guidance to new residents.
• Maintains knowledge of communities, services, and events in the area and incorporates them into the activity schedule as appropriate.
• Establishes a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
• Promotes teamwork and a positive attitude among the staff.
• Continually evaluates the quality and consistency of activities for residents and suggests adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle (required driver).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ensures all personnel exemplify the core values of the company at all times.

The Activity Assistant is a highly active position, requiring the individual to lead physical activities for residents, remain on one’s feet for long stretches, and drive the community van as needed.

Entry level

Full‑time

Administrative

Hospitals and Health Care