Activities Assistant

Overview

GranVida Senior Living is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and creative Activities Assistant to join our team in Carpinteria, CA. In this role, you will help create meaningful experiences that enrich the lives of our residents by supporting engaging activities, social programs, outings, and special events.

Working closely with the Life Enrichment Director, you will help develop and facilitate programs that encourage social connection, physical activity, creativity, and overall well-being. Special emphasis is placed on creating engaging and appropriate experiences for residents living with memory loss.

The ideal candidate is dependable, enthusiastic, patient, and passionate about working with seniors. We are looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, encouraging resident participation, and helping create a welcoming, family-like community.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, organizing, scheduling, and leading daily activities, including social, educational, physical, cultural, and arts programs.

Support engaging activities for residents across care settings, with special attention to the needs of residents in memory care.

Encourage resident participation and adapt activities to accommodate individual interests, abilities, and needs.

Help coordinate and facilitate community outings, excursions, holiday celebrations, and special events.

Accompany residents on outings and prioritize their safety, comfort, and enjoyment.

Assist with activities offered throughout the week, including occasional evening and weekend programs as scheduled.

Communicate activity schedules, event plans, transportation needs, and setup requirements with other departments.

Build positive relationships with residents and their families through compassionate, respectful, and attentive service.

Collaborate with the Life Enrichment Director and other team members to deliver a consistent, high-quality resident experience.

Assist with activity calendars, promotional materials, event preparation, attendance records, and other departmental administrative tasks.

Help coordinate entertainers, vendors, supplies, and event-related requests as directed.

Participate in daily team meetings and communicate resident needs, activity updates, and relevant concerns.

Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming environment while following company policies and applicable regulations.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Life Enrichment Director or Executive Director.

Skills and Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Genuine compassion, patience, and respect for older adults, including individuals living with cognitive impairment or memory loss.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, visitors, and team members.

Enthusiasm for planning and leading creative, engaging, and inclusive activities.

Ability to work collaboratively while also demonstrating initiative and sound judgment.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Dependable, flexible, and willing to adjust plans based on resident needs and community priorities.

Ability to remain calm, attentive, and professional in stressful or unexpected situations.

Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

Ability to safely perform the physical duties of the position, including standing, walking throughout the community, preparing activity spaces, and handling supplies.

Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends.

Must meet applicable pre-employment health screening and criminal record clearance requirements.

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person