Memory Care Activities Assistant

Title: Memory Care Activities Assistant

State Role

Title:

Direct Service Associate III

Hiring Range: $37,000-$39,000

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: J&C VCC

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and engaging Memory Care Activities Assistant who is a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant to join our team in the Memory Care Neighborhood at Jones & Cabacoy Veteran Care Center. This role is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our Veterans living with memory loss by providing meaningful engagement, emotional support, and structured daily activities.

Schedule: M-F 2:00pm-10:00pm including availability for weekends/holidays as needed.

• Facilitate and lead daily activities tailored to memory care residents (games, music, sensory activities, small group programs, etc.)
• Provide one‑on‑one engagement and companionship to residents
• Assist with daily routines and support a calm, structured environment
• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to meet resident needs
• Escort residents to and from activities and appointments as needed
• Help create a safe, welcoming, and therapeutic environment
• Document participation and resident responses to activities

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring smooth staffing operations.

• Current licensed Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Experience with music therapy, art, crafts, or movement‑based activities.
• Familiarity with dementia behaviors, redirection techniques, and safety protocols.
• Experience working with seniors, especially in memory care or dementia support is a plus.
• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.
• Compassion for and commitment to serving our Veteran population.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Flexible and reliable, including availability for weekends/holidays as needed.

• Compassion and patience to support residents experiencing confusion, anxiety, or behavioral changes with calm, steady reassurance.
• Strong communication skills, speaks clearly, listens well, and adapts communication style for residents with cognitive decline.
• Engaging and creative personality enjoys leading activities, encouraging participation, and bringing positive energy into the environment.
• Dependability shows up consistently, follows routines, and maintains a stable presence for residents who rely on predictability.
• Team oriented mindset collaborates well with nurses, activity staff, and families.

The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.

Applicants must apply online s.virginia.gov. Candidates are encouraged to be specific regarding job‑related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants will need to provide a Certificate of Disability (COD) or AHP Letter from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired. Veterans should answer veteran status questions and submit relevant documentation.

Applicants who received a COD from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022‑February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Name: Latarsha Jordan

Phone: 757‑263‑3100

Email: HRJCVCCginia.gov