Activities Assistant – Part Time - Afternoon Shift

About this role

Activities Assistant – Part Time

The Lakewood Courtyard, a Spring Oak Senior Living Community is looking for a warm, patient, and energetic Activities Assistant to join our team.

This position will support the Activities Department with daily programming throughout the community, with a special focus on engaging residents who may have memory loss, dementia, or other cognitive changes and benefit from additional encouragement and personalized activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and resident engagement throughout the community.
• Encourage residents to attend and participate in programs through room visits and friendly reminders.
• Provide support during group activities to help residents feel included and successful.
• Lead small-group and one-on-one activities designed to engage residents with memory loss or cognitive challenges.
• Work with the Activities Director and Nursing team to identify residents who may benefit from additional engagement.
• Help create a positive, caring, and welcoming environment for all residents.

- Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with memory care residents or individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's disease is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience as an Activities Assistant, Activity Aide, CNA, caregiver, or similar role in senior living or assisted living preferred.
• Dementia care training or certification, such as Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Dementia Care Specialist, or a related dementia training certificate, is a plus but not required.
• Patient, compassionate, dependable, and comfortable engaging residents individually and in groups.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with a team.
• Schedule:
• Part-time
• Monday–Friday: Approximately 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Flexibility to work occasional Sundays preferred.
• At Spring Oak Senior Living, we believe meaningful activities and personal connections make a difference in the lives of our residents. We're looking for someone who enjoys working with seniors and is passionate about helping them stay active, engaged, and connected.