Part-time Memory Care Activities Assistant (Brand New Community!)

  • Part-time
  • Employment Category: Regular Part Time - Scheduled less Than 30 at Least 22.5 Per Week

Company Description

Monarch Communities leads the revolution of contemporary person-centric wellness senior living, designed for the next generation. A highly customized, curated, and an organic approach to wellness inspires everything we do. All members of our communities – residents, their families, and Monarch team members – influence the way we think, design, and create. Our vision and culture embody and celebrate those we serve.

Monarch Coopers Corner is one-of-a-kind, offering a boutique wellness setting with small-town familiarity and trusted support, plus modern amenities in a posh yet progressive environment.

Job Description

Do you consider yourself creative, energetic, and outgoing? Do you embody a sense of curiosity and wonder about life? Are you patient, as well as passionate about creating meaningful experiences? If you answered yes, we would love to consider you for our Program (Activities) team for Memory Care! 

The Program/Activities Assistant is responsible for implementing assigned activities and programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents within the Memory Care neighborhood of the community. Assumes the responsibility to engage residents to participate in activities and programs each day. The Program Assistant will report to Memory Care Director. This position is non-exempt, hourly position. **Apply Now**

Schedule

Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays

Note: We will provide extensive dementia care training for this role! Perfect for people who have experience in activities, looking to deepen their skillset or serve a new community!

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Assists with planning and implementing activities that meet the needs and interests of the residents specifically residing in the Memory Care neighborhood
  • 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

Qualifications

  • One to two years related experience in leading activities for the elderly
  • Musical talent is a huge plus! We have a beautiful piano that we'd love someone to play for the residents
  • Help desk (tech) skills also a plus
  • 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

Physical Abilities

  • 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.

Additional Information

COVID-19 vaccination or qualified exemption required. 

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Free Meal per Shift
  • Free Parking
  • Supportive leadership team
  • Start-up Culture
  • Ancillary Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)